Joannides, Paul
Raphael (World of Art)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780500204849
- author:
- Joannides, Paul
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Thames & Hudson Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 21 x 15 centimetres (0.68 kg)
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Art, Individual Artist,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Raphael: A Comprehensive Survey of the Artist's Life and Work This authoritative study explores the life and artistic production of Raphael, one of the most influential painters in history. Written by renowned art historian Paul Joannides, the book delves into Raphael's early training, travels across Italy, and engagement with the papal court, shedding new light on his work. The volume covers all aspects of Raphael's practice, from his early portraits to his later masterpieces, as well as his forays into architecture, design, and archaeology. With over 150 full-color reproductions of Raphael's work, this beautifully illustrated study provides a comprehensive understanding of the artist's remarkable career. A key figure in European painting until the mid-nineteenth century, Raphael's legacy continues to inspire art historians and enthusiasts alike. This book offers a fresh perspective on an artist whose influence endures to this day.