Raphael was a major painter of the High Renaissance, known for a style that balanced technical mastery with warmth and clarity. His paintings and frescoes helped set a standard for ideal beauty in European art.

Born in Urbino, he trained in central Italy before working in Florence and Rome. In Rome, he received major commissions from the papal court and became one of the most sought-after artists of his generation. His career was exceptionally successful, though brief; he died at only thirty-seven.

Raphael’s style is marked by graceful figures, balanced compositions, and a gentle sense of human feeling. His art feels polished and harmonious, but also approachable and alive.