Questions and Answers
Michaelangelo was known as the greatest living artist of his time.
True
The frescoes in the Sistine Chapel were commissioned by John Pope III.
False
Michaelangelo painted the Sistine Chapel frescoes between 1508 and 1512.
True
The frescoes on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel are collectively known as the Sistine Ceiling.
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Michaelangelo was an Italian sculptor and designer only.
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Study Notes
Michaelangelo
- Michaelangelo Di Lodovico Bounarroti Simoni was an Italian artist and architect.
- He was considered the greatest living artist in his time.
- He is still considered one of the greatest artists of all time.
Sistine Chapel
- The Sistine Chapel is home to Michaelangelo's most important works.
- These works include frescoes on the ceiling and on the wall behind the altar.
- The frescoes on the ceiling are collectively known as the Sistine Ceiling.
- The Sistine Ceiling was commissioned by Pope John II in 1508.
- Michaelangelo painted the Sistine Ceiling from 1508-1512.
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Take this quiz to learn about Michelangelo, an Italian artist and architect, and his iconic works in the Sistine Chapel. Explore his frescoes and artistic milestones.
