Raphael

Raphael: His Life, Works, and Times is a comprehensive biography of the famous Italian Renaissance painter and architect, Raphael. This particular edition is a large print version of the book, making it easier to read for those with visual impairments or difficulty reading smaller text. The book is authored by Eugene Muntz, a renowned art historian and expert on Raphael's life and work.The book begins by tracing Raphael's early life in Urbino, Italy, where he was born in 1483. It then follows his artistic development as he trained under his father, Giovanni Santi, and later under the famous painter Perugino. The book provides a detailed account of Raphael's artistic influences and the development of his unique style, which combined classical ideals with innovative techniques.The book also delves into Raphael's personal life, including his relationships with his patrons, fellow artists, and romantic partners. It explores his friendships with other Renaissance luminaries such as Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, as well as his collaborations with architects and designers.Throughout the book, Muntz provides a detailed analysis of Raphael's most famous works, including his frescoes in the Vatican Palace and his numerous portraits and Madonnas. The book also includes a detailed chronology of Raphael's life and a comprehensive bibliography for further reading.Overall, Raphael: His Life, Works, and Times is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of this iconic Renaissance artist. With its large print format, it is accessible to a wide range of readers and provides a thorough and engaging account of Raphael's life and legacy.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) 1888. Illustrated with 154 engravings in the text, and 43 full-page plates. Muntz was a nineteenth-century French art historian. Contents: The Town of Urbino and the Montefeltro dynasty; Raphael at Perugia; Studies of Raphael at Perugia and in its neighborhood; The earliest original productions of Raphael; Journey of Raphael to Siena; Return of Raphael to Urbino in 1504; Raphael at Florence; Raphael at Rome; Raphael in the service of Julius II.; Leo X. and the New Pontifical Court; Painting in the Vatican under Leo X.; The Loggia; The Cartoons; Raphael and Agostino Chigi, the Galatea; Oil Paintings executed under Leo X; Raphael as Architect; Raphael�������s and the Antique; and Raphael�������s last years.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.