Choix de cinquante dessins de Michel-Angelo

Name: Choix de cinquante dessins de Michel-Angelo
Author: Michelangelo Buonarroti

By Michelangelo Buonarroti

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La plaquette réunit cinquante dessins de Michel-Ange reproduits en fac‑similés, accompagnés d'une notice descriptive et d'un catalogue. Les planches présentent études de têtes, figures nues, scènes bibliques, démons et croquis préparatoires pour fresques et monuments, avec indication des collections où chaque dessin se conserve. Un bref aperçu biographique rappelle sa formation et ses activités en sculpture, peinture et architecture, ainsi que les commandes qui ont suscité ces projets. L'ensemble met en lumière l'étude anatomique, la vigueur expressive et l'usage des esquisses comme support pour de grandes compositions religieuses et funéraires.

About the Author

Michelangelo Buonarroti

Michelangelo Buonarroti (1475-1564) was an Italian sculptor, painter, architect, and poet, renowned for his contributions to the Renaissance. He is best known for his masterpieces such as the statue of David and the Sistine Chapel ceiling, which showcase his exceptional skill in capturing the human form and emotion. In addition to his visual art, Michelangelo was a prolific poet, with works that include the 'Sonnets and Madrigals of Michelangelo Buonarroti.' His poetry often reflects themes of love, beauty, and the divine, providing insight into his complex personality and artistic vision. Michelangelo's legacy endures as a cornerstone of Western art and literature.