Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino

Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino

artist Italy

Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, commonly known simply as Raphael, was an Italian painter and architect of the High Renaissance, renowned for his exquisite and harmonious compositions. Born on April 6, 1483, in Urbino, Italy, he became one of the most celebrated artists of his time, known for masterpieces such as 'The School of Athens' and numerous Madonna paintings. Raphael's work is characterized by its clarity of form, ease of composition, and visual achievement of the Neoplatonic ideal of human grandeur. His influence extended well beyond his lifetime, shaping the course of Western art. The recent news highlights the mystery surrounding one of his lost masterpieces, 'Portrait of a Young Man,' which disappeared during the tumultuous last months of World War II, adding a layer of intrigue to his already fascinating legacy.

Born on Apr 06, 1483 (542 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
138,486
Power
6,355$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Germany 1 8.00 0.17% +0% 83,783,942 138,486 $3,845,000 6,355$
Totals 1 83,783,942 138,486 $3,845,000 6,355$
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Germany Germany: Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, known as Raffael, painted the famous 'Portrait of a Young Man'. 8

Süddeutsche Zeitung: Raffaels Porträt des jungen Mannes: Ein verschwundenes Meisterwerk - Reise