Originally part of the famous Baronci Altarpiece (Raphael’s very first documented major commission created for the Church of Sant’Agostino in Città di Castello), Head of an Angel is one of the rare surviving fragments preserved after the 1789 earthquake damaged the original altarpiece. Painted when Raphael was only around $17$ years old, the piece shows the profound influence of his master Perugino alongside Raphael’s own emerging poetic naturalism. The angel’s gentle tilt of the head, radiant curly hair, and direct yet tranquil gaze reflect the spiritual purity and harmony of early High Renaissance art.
Studio Craftsmanship & Quality Highlights
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100% Hand-Painted Execution: Crafted layer-by-layer by master studio painters specializing in early Renaissance glaze techniques, delicate facial modeling, and luminous red drapery.
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Archival Grade Materials: Rendered on high-density linen canvas using fade-resistant artist-grade oil paints to preserve rich color contrast and subtle tonal transitions for decades.
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Intricate Detail Fidelity: Faithfully reproduces the individual curls of golden hair, the delicate gold-embroidered collar trim, and the soft feather contours of the green wings in the background.
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Custom Scale Versatility: Available in compact original scales for intimate alcoves or enlarged custom canvas dimensions for bolder feature wall accents.
Recommended Space Placement
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Residential: Ideal for a Boutique Entryway Foyer, Staircase Landing, or Hallway Nook, introducing a gentle, welcoming aura of celestial beauty and classical art history to guests.
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Commercial / Public: A charming addition to luxury boutique hotel corridors, private salon reception areas, or chapel vestibules seeking refined early Renaissance iconography.

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