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Michelangelo
Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simon (March 6, 1475 – February 18, 1564), commonly known as Michelangelo, was an Italian Renaissance painter, sculptor, architect, poet, and engineer.
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Which was the most famous painting to have been painted by an artist while lying on his back?
When Michelangelo pained the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, he may have been lying on his back. But some experts maintain he was sitting or even standing up.
Why did Michelangelo not like realistic art?
But he did. He painted a few, but most of his career was filled with commissions from Julius and the Medicis, who wanted other kinds of artwork.
In which century was the artist Michelangelo born?
He was born in 1475, which is in the 15th century.
Was Michelangelo most responsible for spreading the ideas of the Renaissance beyond Italy?
Spreading the Renaissance ideas was not the work of one man. Leonardo da Vinci was at least as well known as Michelangelo, and Renaissance ideas also comprised literature, poetry, philosophy, etc.
What are the 3 most famous works of Michelangelo?
The Pieta and David, and his works of the scenes from Genesis on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and the Last Judgement on the alter wall of the Sistine Chapel.
Did Michelangelo consider himself an architect?
He did, of course, but in the first place he considered himself a sculptor.
What are some interesting facts about michelangelo?
He was a sculptor at heart. He believed his talents were inspired by god. He was gay and when his friend died, Cecchino dei Bracci, he wrote 49 epigrams, memorable messages, about his friend that alludes to them having a romantic relationship.
Did Leonardo da Vinci know Michelangelo?
yes... they did know each other
It is probable that they met in Rome, but neither of them mentioned it.
Michelangelo had 5 brothers and sisters he was the second?
Only 5 brothers, yes he was second.
No, he only had 4 brothers but was the second of five. Five children total, four brothers of Michelangelo. No sisters.
The greater danger for most of us is not that we aim too high and we miss it, but that it is too low and we reach it. - Michelangelo Buonarroti
The statues of David by Donatello and Michelangelo are they similar in pose?
They are similar by the way they're life-like.
What effects did the emphasis on individuals have on painters and sculptors?
Artists now painted portraits of prominent citizens, showed their distinct characteristics
How do you pronounce the name 'Michelangelo'?
Michelangelo can be pronounced 3 ways. # Michael- Angelo # Mickel- Angelo # Mike-ell-angel-o Another answer: Of the three: number one is OK for English, number two comes closer to Italian. Number three seems doubtful.
When did Michelangelo Verso die?
Michelangelo Verso died on September 18, 2006, in Palermo, Sicily, Italy of age-related causes.
What kind of a product is the Kerastase Nutri Sculpt?
Keratase is a haircare line that offers many products. One of the products they offer is Kerastase Nutri Sculpt which is a hairstyling product which can be used to create many hairstyles.
Did Michelangelo create the statue of David?
Michelangelo did create a sculpture of David, but there are also other artists who have worked with that Biblical subject and done sculptures of David, so really it depends upon which statue you're talking about.
When was Michelangelo Csaba Bolla born?
Michelangelo Csaba Bolla was born on April 21, 1959, in Budapest, Hungary.
What was the importance to an artist of a papal invitation to Rome?
It was an honor to work for the pope
What were the circumstances of Harad's life?
grew up in Philadelphia, where he played sandlot baseball as a youngster. He remained an active baseball player when he enrolled at Franklin and Marshall College in Lancaster, Pennsylvania
What does the Sistine Chapel's ceiling look like?
Here's a virtual tour of the Sistine Chapel: click link below!
