Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A renowned Italian architect of the High Renaissance: Donato Bramante was a pivotal figure in Renaissance architecture, known for his influential designs that embodied classical principles and harmony.

Examples of Usage

• Proper noun:
  • Donato Bramante is celebrated for his work on St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City.
  • The architectural style of Donato Bramante greatly influenced later Renaissance and Baroque buildings.

Advanced Usage

• "Bramantesque" (adj): Describing architectural works or styles characteristic of or resembling those of Donato Bramante.
  • The courtyard's design is distinctly Bramantesque, with its perfect geometric proportions and classical columns.

Variants and Related Words

• Bramante: Often used alone to refer to the architect.
  • The Tempietto is considered one of Bramante's masterpieces.

Synonyms

• Architect: A person who designs buildings. (Note: This is a general term; "Donato Bramante" is a specific individual.)
• Renaissance master: A leading artist or architect of the Renaissance period.

Related Phrases

• Age of Bramante: A term sometimes used to refer to the High Renaissance period in Italian architecture, highlighting his central role.
  • The Age of Bramante was marked by a return to classical Roman architectural forms.

Related Idioms

Noun

1. great Italian architect of the High Renaissance in Italy (1444-1514)