Raphael: A Prodigy of Italian Art and Architecture
Born in 1483 in Urbino, Raphael displayed unmatched talent from a young age, learning painting under his father and later mastering it with the guidance of Perugino. By 21, his iconic work The Marriage of Mary catapulted him to fame. Raphael\'s religious masterpieces, like Madonna della, captured grace and emotion, earning global admiration. Appointed architect of St. Peter\'s Basilica, his life ended prematurely at 37, leaving an indelible mark on Renaissance art.