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Antoniazzo Romano
The Master of the Roman School To understand the soul of the Roman Renaissance, one must look to the works of Antoniazzo Romano, born Antonio di Benedetto Aquilo degli Aquili. As the leading figure of the Roman school during the latter part of the 15th century, he occupied a unique position in art history, acting as a bridge between eras. While much of the Italian Renaissance moved toward a profound naturalism and the balanced ideals o
f the High Renaissance, Romano possessed a singular vision that embraced both the emerging light of modernity and the venerable shadows of the past. His artistry was not merely about capturing the physical world, but about evoking a sense of sacred continuity. Born in the Colonna rione of Rome, his connection to the city was deeply personal and professional. The son of a painter, he was immersed in the craft from his earliest years. H…