Michelangelo

Michelangelo Buonarroti, an Italian sculptor, painter, and architect, was born on March 6, 1475, in Caprese, Italy, and died on February 18, 1564, in Rome. He was a central figure of the High Renaissance, a period characterized by a renewed interest in classical art and humanism. Michelangelo's impact on Western art is profound, with masterpieces such as the frescoes of the Sistine Chapel ceiling and the marble statue of David, which exemplify his mastery of human anatomy and expressive form. His work on the design of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City further solidified his legacy as a pivotal architect of the Renaissance. Throughout his life, Michelangelo was celebrated for his artistic genius, yet he often struggled with the demands of his patrons and the challenges of his ambitious projects.