Raffaello (1885)

Raffaello (1885) is a book written by Marco Minghetti, which provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the life and works of the famous Italian painter, Raffaello Sanzio. The book is written in the English language and covers Raffaello's life from his birth in Urbino, Italy, in 1483, to his untimely death at the age of 37 in Rome in 1520.Minghetti's book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores different aspects of Raffaello's life and career. The first chapter provides an overview of Raffaello's early life and education, including his apprenticeship with the painter Pietro Perugino. The subsequent chapters delve into Raffaello's artistic development, including his famous works such as the Sistine Madonna and the School of Athens.Throughout the book, Minghetti provides detailed analysis and interpretation of Raffaello's paintings, drawing on his own expertise as an art historian. He also explores Raffaello's relationships with his patrons and contemporaries, shedding light on the social and cultural context in which he worked.Overall, Raffaello (1885) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and works of this renowned Renaissance artist. It offers a comprehensive and engaging account of Raffaello's life and legacy, and is sure to appeal to art lovers, historians, and general readers alike.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.