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Stockholm's Nationalmuseum holds 9 works by Raphael (1483–1520) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Raphael died at 37 but left a body of work that established the ideal of the High Renaissance: perfect compositional balance, idealised beauty, and emotional clarity. Born in Urbino, he worked in Perugia, Florence, and Rome, where his Vatican frescoes — including The School of Athens — remain in situ.
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Raphael
Italian · High Renaissance · 1483–1520
Raphael died at 37 but left a body of work that established the ideal of the High Renaissance: perfect compositional balance, idealised beauty, and emotional clarity. Born in Urbino, he worked in Perugia, Florence, and Rome, where his Vatican frescoes — including The School of Athens — remain in situ.
Key works
The School of AthensSistine MadonnaThe Transfiguration
Frequently asked questions
How many Raphael paintings are on display in Stockholm?
Our current data shows 9 Raphael paintings on display in Stockholm, spread across the Nationalmuseum. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Stockholm has the most Raphael paintings?
Nationalmuseum holds all 9 known Raphael works in Stockholm.
Where else can I see Raphael's paintings?
Raphael's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Raphael →
Planning your visit to Stockholm
Stockholm's museums are clustered on Djurgården island — the Nationalmuseum, Vasa Museum, and Moderna Museet are all accessible by tram or ferry from the city centre. Moderna Museet is free to enter and has an outstanding collection of 20th-century art. The Stockholm Card offers free museum entry and public transport for 1–5 days.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.