The School of Athens [detail: 1]

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''The School of Athens'' is a fresco painting by the Italian High Renaissance artist Raphael. Created between 1509 and 1511, it is one of the masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance and a quintessential example of classical spirit of the High Renaissance. The fresco is part of a series commissioned by Pope Julius II for the Stanza della Segnatura, one of the four Raphael Rooms in the Apostolic Palace in the Vatican. The work measures 500 cm × 770 cm (200 in × 300 in) and is renowned for its accurate perspective projection, which was a novel technique at the time.

The painting represents philosophy, one of the four branches of knowledge, with theology, poetry, and justice being the others depicted in the surrounding frescoes. Raphael has assembled an array of ancient Greek philosophers and scientists, each engaged in discussion, debate, or contemplation. Central to the composition are the figures of Plato and Aristotle, whose differing philosophies are represented by their gestures and the positioning of their hands. Plato points to the heavens, indicating his theory of the forms, while Aristotle gestures to the earth, symbolizing his empirical approach to knowledge.

Around these central figures, Raphael has depicted other luminaries of the ancient world, including Socrates, Pythagoras, Euclid, and Ptolemy, among others. The identities of some figures have been the subject of debate among scholars, and the fresco is also noted for including likenesses of contemporaries of Raphael, such as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and possibly Raphael himself.

The School of Athens is celebrated for its embodiment of the Renaissance ideals of humanism and the rediscovery of classical knowledge. Raphael's use of perspective, his clarity of form, and the harmony of the figures all contribute to the fresco's enduring fame. It is not only a reflection of the intellectual ferment of the time but also a visual lexicon of the philosophical ideas that shaped Western thought. The fresco's influence has extended beyond its era, continuing to inspire artists and thinkers, and it remains a touchstone for the study of Renaissance art and philosophy.

When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.

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