The Creation of Adam

Michelangelo

Created:
Movement:
1512
High Renaissance
key Notes:
Sistine Chapel ceiling Divine touch
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Dimensions:
280 cm × 570 cm
medium:
Fresco
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The Creation of Adam by Michelangelo

The Creation of Adam, painted by Michelangelo in 1512, is a renowned fresco located on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City. This masterpiece is celebrated for its depiction of the biblical narrative of God giving life to Adam, showcasing Michelangelo's exceptional skill in rendering the human form with anatomical precision and dynamic composition. The fresco is a pivotal work of the High Renaissance, illustrating the period's emphasis on humanism and the exploration of divine themes through art. Michelangelo Buonarroti, born in 1475 in Caprese, Italy, was a sculptor, painter, and architect, whose work significantly influenced Western art. His contributions to the Sistine Chapel ceiling, including The Creation of Adam, are considered some of the greatest achievements in the history of art. Michelangelo's legacy endures through his innovative techniques and profound impact on the development of Renaissance art.

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The Creation of Adam by Michelangelo

The Creation of Adam, painted by Michelangelo in 1512, is a fresco located on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City. This iconic work of High Renaissance art depicts the biblical scene of God giving life to Adam, characterized by its dynamic composition and expressive figures.

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The Creation of Adam