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5 days ago · Sistine Chapel, papal chapel in the Vatican Palace that was erected in 1473–81 by the architect Giovanni dei Dolci for Pope Sixtus IV. It is famous for its Renaissance frescoes, the most important of which are the frescoes by Michelangelo on the ceiling and on the west wall behind the altar.
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3 days ago · Michelangelo’s Masterpieces: A Closer Look. Written by: James Johnstone. Date Post – Updated: May 24, 2024. Michelangelo Buonarroti remains one of history’s unparalleled artistic figures, an archetype of creative brilliance whose work continues to resonate through the centuries. From the dizzying heights of the Sistine Chapel Ceiling to ...
1 day ago · by James Chandler. This summer, the historical Villa Manin di Passariano will be transformed into a vibrant hub of artistic and ethical exploration. The ambitious project, “Third Earth,” will showcase renowned Italian artist Michelangelo Pistoletto’s masterpieces in conversation with works by eleven contemporary artists from Italy and beyond.
1 day ago · The Metropolitan Museum of Art, colloquially referred to as the Met, is an encyclopedic art museum in New York City. It is the largest art museum in the Americas and the fourth-largest in the world. With 5.36 million visitors in 2023, it is the most-visited museum in the United States and the fourth-most visited art museum in the world.
2 days ago · Explore 'Light Beyond The Object: Variations of Michelangelo' at Mestre Projects. Learn more about the exhibition and featured artworks.
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- 1. (1475–1564), Italian sculptor, painter, architect, and poet; full name Michelangelo Buonarroti. A leading figure of the High Renaissance, Michelangelo established his reputation with sculptures such as the Pietà (c. 1497–1500) and David (1501–04). Under papal patronage he decorated the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in Rome (1508–12) and painted the fresco The Last Judgment (1536–41), both important mannerist works. His architectural achievements include the completion of St. Peter's cathedral in Rome (1546–64).
5 days ago · Definitions of Michelangelo. noun. Florentine sculptor and painter and architect; one of the outstanding figures of the Renaissance (1475-1564) synonyms: Michelangelo Buonarroti. see more.
1 day ago · Ogdensburg Lighthouse on the St. Lawrence Seaway. Editorial credit: Michelangelo DeSantis / Shutterstock.com. This little spot is found along the St. Lawrence River, marking a part of the boundary between the US and Canada. Right across from Prescott, Ontario, its spot has always been important for trade and communication across the border.
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