In the comfortable embrace of the ducal court, Raphael enjoyed a stipend, a regular string of painting commissions, and the favor of powerful patrons. Why would he leave behind such an enviable position?
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The Florence of the Medici: Power, Intrigue and Art in the Renaissance City - Through Eternity Tours
Raphael @ 500 – Gina Buonaguro
Where to Find Michelangelo in Florence — Pining for Rome
Major Raphael's Exhibition Reopens in Rome
Raphael and everyone: 7 stories about the artist's relationship with his famous contemporaries
Laura Morelli ITALY Magazine
Florence In the Footsteps of Raphael
Raphael - Volume 2
Exploring Florence's Historic Heart: A Journey through Time