Michelangelo Buonarroti
Michelangelo Buonarroti, an Italian Renaissance sculptor, painter, architect, and poet, is widely regarded as one of the greatest artists of all time. Known for his monumental works like the Sistine Chapel ceiling and the statue of David, Michelangelo’s art reflects unparalleled technical mastery, emotional intensity, and profound humanism.
"Every block of stone has a statue inside it, and it is the task of the sculptor to discover it." - Michelangelo Buonarroti
06 Mar 1475 - 18 Feb 1564
About the artist
Michelangelo was born into a modest family in Caprese and raised in Florence, the cradle of Renaissance art. Displaying exceptional talent from a young age, he was trained in sculpture and painting under prominent artists of the time. His reputation soared with the completion of the Pietà, followed by David, both of which demonstrated his genius in rendering the human form. Michelangelo’s unparalleled achievements extended to architecture, including the design of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. Throughout his life, he remained deeply committed to his art, creating works that reflected his profound spirituality and mastery of form.
