Italian, 1475–1564
Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni was an Italian sculptor, painter, architect, and poet, widely regarded as one of the most influential artists of the Renaissance. He was born on March 6, 1475, in Caprese, Italy, and died on February 18, 1564, in Rome. Michelangelo is best known for his masterpieces in sculpture, painting, and architecture, including the Statue of David, the Sistine Chapel ceiling, and the Pietà. He trained in the workshop of Domenico Ghirlandaio and later studied classical sculpture in the Medici gardens. Throughout his career, Michelangelo's work was characterized by its emotional intensity and anatomical precision, which set a new standard for artistic achievement. His contributions to Western art have had a lasting impact, influencing countless artists and movements that followed.
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