Michelangelo Buonarroti:

 

Here’s an overview of Michelangelo Buonarroti:

Full Name: Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni
Born: March 6, 1475, Caprese, Republic of Florence (Italy)
Died: February 18, 1564, Rome, Papal States (Italy)
Nationality: Italian
Profession: Sculptor, Painter, Architect, Poet
Art Movement: High Renaissance

Biography:

Michelangelo was an Italian Renaissance master renowned for his extraordinary talent in multiple artistic disciplines. He was considered a true polymath of the Renaissance era. Trained in Florence under prominent artists, Michelangelo excelled particularly in sculpture and painting but also made significant contributions to architecture and poetry. His works are characterized by their detailed realism, expressive figures, and powerful depiction of human emotion.

Major Works:

Sculpture:

• David (1501–1504) – Florence, Italy

• Pietà (1498–1499) – St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican

• Moses (c. 1513–1515) – Tomb of Pope Julius II, San Pietro in Vincoli, Rome

Painting:

• The Sistine Chapel Ceiling (1508–1512) – Vatican City

• The Last Judgment (1536–1541) – Sistine Chapel, Vatican

Architecture:

• Dome of St. Peter’s Basilica (completed after his design)

• Laurentian Library, Florence

Poetry:

• Wrote over 300 poems, exploring themes of love, religion, and philosophy.

Style and Influence:

• Michelangelo’s work is known for its anatomical precision, dramatic intensity, and heroic scale.

• He inspired generations of artists, shaping the course of Western art, and his influence extended into Mannerism and Baroque styles.