Raphael

Lived 1483-1520

A Renaissance painter

Son of a painter

Raphael is considered the third great artist of the Italian High Renaissance. Who are the 2 greatest artists of the High Renaissance.

His contribution to the art of drawing was a mastery of several techniques: metalpoint, chalk or pen and ink. His figures have a grace and classical beauty that was imitated by many later artists. The serene figures of his altarpieces, frescoes and cartoons are composed with balance and harmony.