Michelangelo: The Story of a Sculptor

He is revered as one of the greatest artists of all time. For centuries he has typified the perfect artistic genius. His greatest legacy is the surviving works that we can see today - The Sistene Chapel, the Statue of david, the Pieta. Yet, behind the artworks lies a complex and stubborn man. In this week’s Biographics, we go beyond the facade to discover the real Michelangelo.

Credits:
Host - Simon Whistler
Author - Steve Theunissen
Producer - Jack Cole
Executive Producer - Shell Harris

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[gvbfzxs]

“La Pieta” is mind blowing. Sculpting bodies is incredible in itself, but how in the world he made hard marble look like flowing, draped cloth is stunning.

[donnyboon]

I took "Art Appreciation" in college. The professor pointed out that when Michelangelo's first "La Pieta" was first put on display, the people viewing it thought it was another artist's work. (Michelangelo not being a "rock" star yet.) During the night he snuck in and chiseled his name on the base where it could be easily seen. It was unheard of for sculptors to sign their work. Strong headed indeed.

[fcukugimmeausername]

I must say, usually I am very impressed with the effort and research that goes into these Biographies. This time though, I'm very upset. Simon completely skipped over Michelangelo's years as a ninja turtle.

[ErikBramsen]

The statue Moses - which Michelangelo himself considered his greatest work - has a chip on the knee. Legend has it that it's from Michelangelo's hammer: when the statue was finished, Michelangelo found the statue so life-like, he struck Moses' knee and ordered him to speak.

[kritikadas]

Returned from Rome few weeks ago, this being my first trip to Italy. I hadn't expected the Vatican museum & St. Peter's to have such a profound impact on me but honestly it was a life changing experience to be in the presence of such magnificient art! Cannot wait to visit Florence & experience the treasures there.

[elainebmack]

I lived and worked in Tuscany, and spent a lot of time in Florence, and seeing Michelangelo's work up close and personal on a nearly daily basis was a life changing experience for me. Excellent job of documenting his extraordinary life in less than 22 minutes. I have subscribed!

[AlWheelin]

Wow, always amazing how famous people have such tremendous struggles.

[johnsummers]

Whether you're a religious person or not, the grace, beauty and, as Simon said, movement of Michelangelo's sculptures is evident to all. The Pieta is certainly one of the best, if not the best, sculpture made by a human. Sure, some terrible things have been done in the name of religion but there is breathtaking, tear inducing art that was also made in the name of one god or another. Just look at the Hagia Sophia. It's a mix of some of the best Christian and Muslim art one could ever hope to see.

[mcraej]

Caravaggio would be another interesting artist to cover. His life was full of scandal and high artistic achievement. I would also like to see episodes on the rest of the Ninja turtles artists. You already mentioned Donatello and included a painting by Raphael in this piece.

[augiehuerta]

Truly the greatest sculptor whose masterpieces can be admired centuries after his death. I have been blessed to have seen so many of them. "La Pietà" brought me to my knees in tears. I was truly moved standing at his tomb at Santa Croce in Florence.

[ignitionfrn]

0:40 - Chapter 1 - Early days
3:20 - Chapter 2 - A passion for art
5:05 - Chapter 3 - A prideful apprentice
6:20 - Chapter 4 - The house of medici
9:30 - Chapter 5 - A new patron
10:35 - Chapter 6 - Return to florence
12:30 - Chapter 7 - The pieta
13:25 - Chapter 8 - Artist of the pope
15:10 - Chapter 9 - Sistine chapel
18:55 - Chapter 10 - Crisis
19:45 - Chapter 11 - Waning years

[jaredquinney]

He is one of the greatest artists of all time

[DavideGobbicchi]

Michelangelo was also an excellent poet...you can easily find his complete colection of poems. Complete artist indeed

[KeriThibeau]

I intentionally watched this because I was just in Italy and saw the Sistine Chapel as well as the amazing ceiling inside the Vatican. It is breathtaking. The ironic part is I swear I saw your double while I was in Italy last week. They could have been your twin.

[magistrumartium]

Still sculpting when he died, three weeks before his 89th birthday.

[goosthuysen]

By far the most interesting video to me so far. Although universally famous by name, apart from a few works I didn't know that much about him. The additional aspects of the period and culture gave the video a lot more depth.

[FLFC]

Was in Florence last week and went to see David… stunning!!

[narrakasa]

I’m really loving this channel. I’m binge watching every episode! More about historical people would be awesome!

[joehoe]

I miss the part about the clashes he had with Da Vinci, they were quite rivalry at the time :(

[GamingAnimator]

Would love to see more on artists such as Botticelli, Caravaggio, Bernini, and of course the other two ninja turtles Donatello and Raphael. I learn more through this channel than I do in class lol.