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What the World Needs Now: Grace, Harmony, and Raphael

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What the World Needs Now: Grace, Harmony, and Raphael
"The Virgin and Child With the Infant Saint John the Baptist (‘The Alba Madonna’)," circa 1509–11, by Raphael. Oil on wood transferred to canvas; 37 1/4 inches diameter. Andrew W. Mellon Collection, National Gallery of Art, Washington. Courtesy National Gallery of Art, Washington
Lorraine Ferrier
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When darkness seems to shroud the world, traditional art can help. Art’s ultimate role is to uplift us by reminding us of how to be good, true, and the best we can be. When traditional artists create such enduring art, it can awaken our innate goodness. The works of Italian Renaissance master Raffaello Sanzio (better known as Raphael) reach the epitome of such art. And more than five centuries after his death, Raphael’s art is relevant now more than ever.

"The Madonna and Child With Saint John the Baptist and Saint Nicholas of Bari ('The Ansidei Madonna')," 1505, by Raphael. Oil on poplar; 85 3/8 inches by 58 1/8 inches. The National Gallery, London. (The National Gallery, London)
"The Madonna and Child With Saint John the Baptist and Saint Nicholas of Bari ('The Ansidei Madonna')," 1505, by Raphael. Oil on poplar; 85 3/8 inches by 58 1/8 inches. The National Gallery, London. The National Gallery, London
Lorraine Ferrier
Lorraine Ferrier
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Lorraine Ferrier writes about fine arts and craftsmanship for The Epoch Times. She focuses on artists and artisans, primarily in North America and Europe, who imbue their works with beauty and traditional values. She's especially interested in giving a voice to the rare and lesser-known arts and crafts, in the hope that we can preserve our traditional art heritage. She lives and writes in a London suburb, in England.
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