Donato Bramante

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Article abstract: One of the greatest architects of the Italian Renaissance, Bramante stands out for the pure classicism of his buildings. His influence extended throughout Europe. Except for the long nave, St. Peter’s in Rome is basically his design.

Early Life

Donato di Pascuccio d’Antonio took his father’s nickname “il Bramante” (“the dreamer”) as his cognomen. At first a painter, he may have studied at Mantua with Andrea Mantegna and with Piero della Francesca at Urbino. Their influence is visible in Bramante’s interest in the science...

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