Alberti refers to Leon Battista Alberti, an influential Italian architect, artist, and writer of the Renaissance period. Born in 1404, he is best known for his works on architecture and his treatises that laid the foundation for modern architectural theory. His most famous buildings include the Tempio Malatestiano in Rimini and the Santa Maria Novella in Florence. In addition to architecture, Alberti made significant contributions to painting and sculpture. He emphasized the importance of perspective in art, which transformed how artists approached their work. His writings, such as De re aedificatoria, continue to be studied for their insights into the principles of design and aesthetics.