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Michelangelo and the Pope's Ceiling

Auteur(s): Ross King
Narrateur(s): Alan Sklar
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 In 1508, despite strong advice to the contrary, the powerful Pope Julius II commissioned Michelangelo Buonarroti to paint the ceiling of the newly restored Sistine Chapel in Rome. During the four extraordinary years that Michelangelo spent laboring over the 12,000 square foot ceiling, power politics and personal rivalries swirled around him. He battled ill health, financial and family difficulties, inadequate knowledge of the art of fresco, and the Pope's impatience - a history that is more compelling than most novels. The author presents a magnificent tapestry of day-to-day life for the artist, the upheaval of early 16th-century Italy, as well as uncommon insight into the intersection of art and history. In the end, Michelangelo produced one of the world's most renowned artistic wonders.©2002 Ross King (P)2003 The Audio Partners Publishing Corp. Art Art et littérature Artistes, architectes et photographes Europe Histoire Histoire et critique de l'art Monde Personnalités religieuses Italie Moyen Âge Rome Rome Art History

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"King chronicles Michelangelo's aesthetic decisions and clarion triumphs over myriad forms of adversity with expertise and contagious enthusiasm." (Booklist)
"King's historical account...is splendid, thorough, and detailed. Skylar's narration is perfect for the project. His lively and expressive reading add a realistic edge to a centuries-old tale." (Publishers Weekly)
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A very thorough examination and timeline of the creation of the frescos on the Sistine Chapel’s ceiling. Lots of details on the techniques involved. Does a great job of putting Da Vinci, Michelangelo and Raphael in historical context… I better understand the relationship (or lack thereof) between these three artists now as a result. Very well narrated, kept my interest. Highly recommended.

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