From Small-Town Sculptor to Master of the Renaissance: The Rise of Michelangelo
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  • Contributor: Encyclopedia
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  • Michelangelo
  • sculptor
  • Pietà
  • David
  • the Sistine Chapel
  • the Creation of Adam
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How did a young sculptor from a small Italian town become a legend? Born in 1475, Michelangelo started young, apprenticing as a sculptor at 13. And by 1496, he created his first major masterpiece, the Pietà—a stunning sculpture of Mary mourning over Christ. Even the renowned Leonardo da Vinci was astonished by this unknown young artist.

In 1501, he unveiled his iconic statue of David, a symbol of human strength. But Michelangelo wasn’t just a sculptor. In 1512, he painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, creating one of the most famous artworks in history—the Creation of Adam among over 300 figures, reshaping art with its drama and detail.

Michelangelo’s influence extends far beyond his time, inspiring artists and challenging our ideas of beauty and humanity even today. His genius remains a timeless legacy.

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From Small-Town Sculptor to Master of the Renaissance: The Rise of Michelangelo. Encyclopedia. Available online: https://encyclopedia.pub/video/video_detail/1409 (accessed on 07 December 2024).
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