How did Raphael influence Nicolas Poussin’s Classical style?

Nicolas Poussin’s transition toward a Classical style was significantly shaped by the influence of Raphael and the art of antiquity. By 1633, Poussin moved away from the sensuality and coloristic richness of his early work—which had been indebted to Titian—in favor of a more rational and disciplined approach.1

This shift toward a Classical manner allowed Poussin to develop a style characterized by narrative clarity and dramatic force. His commitment to this aesthetic was so profound that by 1650, he was famously described by a critic as "the Raphael of our century". Throughout his career, Poussin continued to draw inspiration from Raphael, even executing dramatic history paintings in his later years that were overtly influenced by the Renaissance master's work. This dedication to the principles of Classical art, which he shared with Raphael, helped establish Poussin as the founder of the French Classical tradition.123