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Michelangelo and the Pope's Ceiling

by: Ross King
Summary:

The book delves into the four-year ordeal of Michelangelo painting the Sistine Chapel ceiling, commissioned by Pope Julius II, exploring the artistic challenges, political intrigue, and personal struggles he faced. It provides historical context and insight into Renaissance art, the complex relationship between the artist and the pontiff, and the creative process behind one of the world's most famous artistic achievements.

Key points:

1. Sistine Chapel's Creation: The book details Michelangelo's four-year struggle to paint the Sistine Chapel's ceiling, despite his limited fresco painting experience.

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