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Why is the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel so famous?
Because of Michelangelo's awesome paintings.
What use is the Sistine Chapel ceiling?
Every room needs a ceiling. So does the Sistine Chapel.
Why did Michelangelo create the drawing on the Sistine chapel ceiling?
He was commisioned to do so by the heads of the Sistine Chapel
What was the Sistine chapel named after?
The Sistine Chapel is so named for Pope Sixtus IV who had it constructed to replace the Cappella Maggiore. 1471-1484
What did Leonardo paint in the Sistine Chapel?
No, he did not. One of his younger contemporaries, Michelangelo, painted the Sistine Chapel ceiling.
What to see and do at Sistine Chapel?
pray The y go so they can see the roof painted by michaelangelo
Where did Michelangelo see the Venus De Milo?
The Venus de Milo was not discovered until 1820, so Michelangelo never saw it. He was very familiar with the "Medici Venus" that was in the collection of the Medici in Florence, where Michelangelo studied sculpture as a young man.
What did Michelangelo use?
Michelangelo Buonarrotti (1475-1564) was a sculptor and painter, and designed architectural facades. Michelangelo is best known for his creation of the paintings that adorn the ceiling and altar walls of the Sistine Chapel - the ceiling being a scene from Genesis and the Altar walls mural representing The Last Judgment. He also sculpted several famous statues including "David" and "The Pietà" (the latter currently located in Vatican City).
How many gallons of paint did the Sistine Chapel use?
The Sistine Chapel, located in Vatican City, covers an area of approximately 5,000 square feet. Typically, one gallon of paint covers about 350-400 square feet, depending on the type of paint and surface. Therefore, to calculate the amount of paint used for the Sistine Chapel, we would divide 5,000 by 375 (an average value between 350-400) to estimate that around 13.33 gallons of paint were used.
What city would you see Sistine Chapel?
The Sistine Chapel, whose ceilings were painted by Michelangelo, and considered one of the greatest masterpieces in the world, is to be found as part of the Vatican complex (which includes the Vatican museums and St Peter's Basilica) in the Vatican City. The Vatican City is the world's smallest independent state (just a few acres in area) and is completely surrounded by the City of Rome, Italy. So, the answer to your question is really two answers - the Sistine chapel is in the Vatican City, itself in the City or Rome.
What was Michelangelo do when hired by the church to paint the Sistine Chapel?
It was the other way around. Michelangelo had to be persuaded and convinced to paint the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. Michelangelo didn't like to paint and didn't considered himself a painter, he thought of himself as an sculptor. He agreed to paint the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel because you just couldn't say no to the Pope. During the Renaissance times, the Pope was the most important and powerful person in the world.
Why is Michelangelo's work on the Sistine chapel considered so amazing?
Michelangelo's work on the Sistine Chapel is considered amazing due to its extraordinary artistic skill, emotional depth, and innovative techniques. The frescoes, particularly "The Creation of Adam," showcase his masterful use of anatomy and dynamic composition, bringing biblical stories to life with vivid detail. Additionally, the scale and complexity of the work, combined with its theological significance, elevate it to a monumental achievement in Renaissance art. The Sistine Chapel remains a testament to Michelangelo's genius and influence on art history.
