In "Raphael: The Complete Works," a monumental tribute to the quintessential Renaissance master, the dazzling scope of an uomo universale is brought to life. This is the most comprehensive volume ever published on Raphael, a lavish exploration of his entire oeuvre—from his transcendent frescoes in the Vatican to his iconic paintings, architectural designs, and Sistine Chapel tapestries. It is an extraordinary visual and scholarly journey that reveals the relentless innovation and inexhaustible imagination that set him apart. The book goes beyond a simple retrospective, offering a detailed catalogue raisonné and numerous new photographs that capture the breathtaking detail of his work. Accompanied by expert commentary, this edition not only celebrates the artist's unparalleled ability to transform divine grace into pictorial reality but also illuminates the fascinating interplay of art and power in the High Renaissance.