The School of Athens by Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino
Summary
A fresco that depicts a gathering of ancient philosophers, mathematicians, and scientists, with Plato and Aristotle prominently at the center. It is noted for its precise use of perspective projection, a hallmark of Renaissance art. Raphael included a self-portrait next to Ptolemy.
Date
1509 - 1511
Source
Wikimedia Commons
Copyright info
Creative Commons CC0 1.0 Universal Public Domain