Wallace, William E.
Michelangelo, God's Architect: The Story of His Final Years and Greatest Masterpiece
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691212753
- author:
- Wallace, William E.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 328
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 13.5 x 2.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Artists, Architects & Photographers, Arts & Photography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Michelangelo's final years were marked by both personal turmoil and creative triumph. As he approached his seventies, the renowned artist felt that his productive life was drawing to a close.
However, fate intervened when Michelangelo was tasked with designing St. Peter's Basilica, one of the most ambitious architectural projects of his career. Despite initial setbacks and challenges from Church officials, Michelangelo persevered, driven by his unwavering vision for a masterpiece that would surpass all others.
This book offers a fresh perspective on Michelangelo's final two decades, shedding new light on his creative genius, engineering skills, and entrepreneurial spirit. With the help of leading expert William Wallace, readers gain a deeper understanding of this pivotal period in Michelangelo's life and the enduring legacy of his work.
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