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   Is Michelangelo's David still a masterpiece?

   • After 500 years, Michelangelo’s David is still recognized as a masterpiece that propelled the evolution of Renaissance art in Florence. But what isn’t quite as recognizable is the original version of the David. Currently, there are three statues of David—one authentic one and two replicas.

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   Was Michelangelo chiseled away before he began work on David?

   • A node of marble on the gigante that Michelangelo chiseled away before he began work on David in earnest has been interpreted by historians as a knot of drapery, based on the surmise that Agostino di Duccio's figure was intended to be clothed.

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   Where is the statue of David located in Florence?

   • Although the original Statue of David is in the Accademia Gallery, the Piazza della Signoria is a must-see for anyone hoping to gain more insight into the political, economic, and architectural history of Florence. Location: Piazza della Signoria

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   Why did Michelangelo put a statue in front of the Palazzo Vecchio?

   • The statue was commissioned for one of the buttresses of the cathedral of Florence and was carved from a block of marble that had been partially blocked out by other sculptors and left outdoors. After Michelangelo completed the sculpture, the Florentine government decided instead to place it in front of the Palazzo Vecchio.

   David | Description, History, & Facts | Britannica

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   While the originally intended location for the David was high up on the cathedral, its location was still in question. The commission, consisting of the most prominent artists of the day, debated in great detail the best placement for the colossal figure to be seen and appreciated, with consideration for its aria , moda , and qualità (its aura ...

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   Learn how Michelangelo created his masterpiece of David, a 14-foot marble statue depicting the biblical hero before the battle with Goliath. Discover how and why the statue was moved from the Cathedral to the Piazza della Signoria, and how it became a symbol of Florence's freedom.

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   David, marble sculpture executed from 1501 to 1504 by the Italian Renaissance artist Michelangelo. The statue was commissioned for one of the buttresses of the cathedral of Florence and was carved from a block of marble that had been partially blocked out by other sculptors and left outdoors.

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   Learn how Michelangelo created his masterpiece David in 1504 and why it was moved to the Accademia Gallery in 1873. Discover the symbolism, the details and the significance of this sculpture that represents Florentine freedom and courage.

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   Apr 22, 2024 · Today, the replica statue of David remains central to the Piazzale Michelangelo. While visitors take in the city’s views and dine on exquisite cuisine at the top of the hill, the monumental statue of David also greets them.

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   One of the most recognizable sculptures in the world, David, was created by legendary artist Michelangelo at the very start of the 16th century. Carved from solid marble, the sculpture stands 17ft...

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    The V&A cast of Michelangelo's sculpture of David has been a favourite with visitors since its arrival in the Museum in 1857. Discover the story of our David.