Michelangelo

Edited by: Abby and Jackie Visual Spatial Page

** Major Accomplishments **


 * Introduction:** Michelangelo is recognized as one of the greatest artists of all time. His creative mind and artistic talent allowed him to create several works of art, which changed the face of Rome today. Over the duration of his lifetime, he worked for nine popes, the Medici family, and many powerful patrons. He grew up in Florence to a family of low income. However, this did not stop Michelangelo. He went against his father’s disapproval and left school at thirteen to enhance his painting talents. Many noticed his creativity, which allowed him to expand his work and pursue his career in art. (Lamarche-Vadel 10)

Michelangelo created numerous paintings over his lifetime. One of his most recognized and beloved paintings is the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. The Sistine Chapel is located in the Vatican City. It is the home of the popes. He spent four years of dedication and persistence to finish the ceiling with high artistic ability. He filled the ceiling with biblical figures and scenes. The ceiling shows deep religious significance. Thousands of people still visit the Sistine Chapel everyday to admire the beautiful painting that Michelangelo created. Michelangelo was also asked to paint the wall of the Alter in the Sistine Chapel. He called the religious scene //The Last Judgment//. Michelangelo is also famous for this deeply significant painting. Painting was his passion. One of his famous quotes was, “A man paints with his brain and not with his hands.” (Michelangelo) Various other paintings that Michelangelo produced include //Assumption of the Virgin//, //Baptism of Christ//, //Entombment//, //The Great Flood//, //The Creation of Eve//, //The Creation of the Sun and Moon//, //The Creation of Man//, and many more.(Salvini 180-181)
 * Paintings:**

**Sculpture****s:** Along with his paintings, Michelangelo is also very famous for his various sculptures. Although Michelangelo created some of the most famous paintings of all time, he was more interested in sculpture. Michelangelo enjoyed sculpting religious figures; “I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free.” (Michelangelo) He has created many sculptures over the duration of his lifetime. His most famous sculpture is the //Pièta//. The //Pièta// shows Mary holding Jesus from a single block of marble. It is one of the most beloved religious sculptures of all time. Another one of his more famous sculptures is //David//. //David// is a loved sculpture that combines both Christian and classical traditions. These two sculptures both brought Michelangelo recognition and powerful patrons. Some of the other numerous sculptures Michelangelo created include //Madonna and Child with Saint John and Angels//, //Madonna and the Stairs//, //Battle of the Centaurs//, //Crucifix//, //Angel with Candlestick//, //Arrotino//, //Moses//, and several more. (P. Grendier 74)

**Architecture:**
Alongside painting and sculpture, Michelangelo also developed an interest in architecture. Michelangelo’s first large architectural project was designing the tomb of Pope Julius II. This project took Michelangelo four decades to finish with all of his artistic effort. After his success with Pope Julius II’s tomb, Pope Leo X hired Michelangelo to build and decorate a chapel in San Lorenzo that would hold the tombs of the members of the Medici family. He was also asked to design the Laurentian Library. In his later years of life, Michelangelo redesigned the whole district of the Capitoline Hill. He also designed many Christian churches throughout his life. Over the duration of Michelangelo’s lifetime, he had a strong influence over Roman architecture. (P. Grendier 75)

**Influence on Italy:**
 Michelangelo had a huge influence on how Italy lives today. People know him as one of the greatest artists of all time. His works are considered artistic genius. The Sistine Chapel is one of the most famous paintings of all time. Everyday people visit the Sistine Chapel to see the masterpiece that Michelangelo created with their own eyes. He also directed the building of St. Peter’s church in Rome. It is the largest church in the world, and symbolizes the Pope’s authority. Michelangelo receives achievement for renaissance architecture. He has strongly influenced the architecture, which still exists in Italy today. Most of the buildings that he designed during his life are very famous today; “I hope that I always desire more than I can accomplish.” (Michelangelo) People love his artistic ability, and the creativity that he enhanced in his architecture. He is still praised to this day as one of the most beloved artists of all time. However, he was very modest; “If only people knew how hard I work to gain my mastery; it wouldn’t seem so wonderful at all.” (Michelangelo) From his paintings to his architecture, he developed the history of art through his own hands. (P. Grendier 73-75)

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= Quiz: =

1) What was Michelangelo's talent?


 * A) Painter/Sculptor
 * B) Chef
 * C) Carpenter

2) What was MIchelangelo's greatest accomplishment?


 * A) The Tomb of Pope Julius II
 * B) Building a church.
 * C) Painting the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel

3) What painting did Michelangelo create inside the Sistine Chapel other than the ceiling?


 * A) The Last Judgment
 * B) David
 * C) The Pieta

4) What was a major influence Michelangelo had on Italy?


 * A) Culinary techniques
 * B) Architecture
 * C) Religion

5) What is Michelangelo's most famous sculpture?


 * A) The Last Judgment
 * B) David
 * C) The Pieta

6) For Which Pope did Michelangelo design a tomb for?


 * A) Pope Julius II
 * B) Pope Julius
 * C) Pope John Paul II

7) Who did not support Michelangelo in his decision to become an artist?


 * A) The Duke
 * B) His Family
 * C) Pope Julius II

8) What is the Pieta?


 * A) A sculpture that consists of Mary holding her dead son, Christ
 * B) A painting that consists of Jesus Christ
 * C) A sculpture that consists of Jesus Christ and Joseph

9) What was the state of Michelangelo's family?


 * A) Middle Class
 * B) Poor
 * C) Rich

10) Where was Michelangelo buried?


 * A) Florence
 * B) Rome
 * C) Venice

Answers: 1. A 2. C 3. A 4. B 5. C 6. A 7. B 8. A 9. B 10. A

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