The Raphael Rooms have been Referenced by...
Anime & Manga
- The World God Only Knows: The front cover of vol. 8
◊ is an allusion to Raphael Sanzio's painting "The School of Athens". Observe the pattern of the vault on the background of the painting and cover. Also, the three Keimas represent Plato (pointing upwards), Aristotle (palm facing the ground), and Heraclitus (head leaning on the hand).
Films — Live-Action
- Man of Steel: It's implied that Clark gets the idea of wearing a cape from Ancient Greek philosophers who, during The Renaissance, are often seen wearing capes in paintings such as "The School of Athens" by Raphael Sanzio.
Live-Action TV
- The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power: Word of God confirmed that the throne room in Numenor was inspired by the fresco entitled "The School of Athens" by the Italian Renaissance artist Raphael Sanzio.
Video Games
- Genshin Impact: Both Kaveh and Alhaitham's respective portrait poses◊ visually call to mind the poses of Plato and Aristotle in the famous "The School of Athens".
Web Video
- Epic Rap Battles of History: Raph makes reference to the accomplishments of his artist counterpart by saying he'll put the artists back in school, a reference to Raphael's fresco "The School of Athens", the background of which serves as the artists' stage.
Western Animation
- Il Était Une Fois...: "The Quattrocento" shows a variety of Renaissance artworks, including Raphael's "The School of Athens".
