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Study for the Nude Youth over the Prophet Daniel, for the Sistine Ceiling
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Study for the Nude Youth over the Prophet Daniel, for the Sistine Ceiling
3469688 Study for the Nude Youth over the Prophet Daniel, for the Sistine Ceiling, 1510-11 (red chalk on paper) by Buonarroti, Michelangelo (1475-1564); 34.3x24.3 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; Gift in memory of Henry G. Dalton by his nephews George S. Kendrick and Harry D. Kendrick; Italian, out of copyright
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© Gift in memory of Henry G. Dalton by his nephews George S. Kendrick and Harry D. Kendrick / Bridgeman Images
Ceiling Form High Idealised Muscular Preparatory Recto Sistine
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This print showcases Michelangelo's "Study for the Nude Youth over the Prophet Daniel, for the Sistine Ceiling". Created between 1510-11, this red chalk drawing on paper measures 34.3x24.3 cm and is currently housed in the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio, USA. The study depicts a figure that embodies both strength and grace. With its idealized form and muscular physique, it exemplifies Michelangelo's mastery of human anatomy during the Renaissance period. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every stroke of his sketch. As a preparatory study for the Sistine Ceiling, this artwork offers us a glimpse into Michelangelo's creative process. It reveals his dedication to capturing the essence of nakedness and nudity with utmost precision. The figure appears high above, seemingly floating within an ethereal space. Michelangelo's ability to convey emotion through his art is particularly striking here. The youth exudes a sense of power and vulnerability simultaneously, making him an enigmatic presence within this composition. This print from Bridgeman Images allows us to appreciate not only Michelangelo's technical skill but also his profound understanding of human form and expression. It serves as a testament to his enduring legacy as one of history's greatest artists.
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