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Book Synopsis: A new perspective on the brilliance of one of Western art’s most celebrated visionaries through an esteemed collection of drawings. The works of Michelangelo (1475–1564) remain an enduring source of awe and fascination more than 500 years after his death. Michelangelo: Mind of the Master offers a new context for understanding the drawings of one of art’s greatest visionaries.
Through a group of drawings held since 1793 in the Teylers Museum and once in the eminent collection of Queen Christina of Sweden (1626–1689), this book sheds new light on Michelangelo’s inventive preparations for his most important commissions in the realms of painting, sculpture, and architecture. Among other works, the volume features preliminary designs for some of the artist’s best-known projects, including the Sistine Chapel ceiling and the Medici Chapel tombs.
Essays in the volume further explore the history and fate of Michelangelo’s drawings during his life, as well as the role of Queen Christina and her heirs in amassing a group of drawings that are among the best preserved by the master today.
Distributed for the Cleveland Museum of Art
Exhibition Schedule:
- Cleveland Museum of Art (September 22, 2019–January 5, 2020)
- J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles (February 25–June 7, 2020)
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Discover the brilliance and artistic genius of Michelangelo with the groundbreaking book, Michelangelo: Mind of the Master. Dive into the world of one of Western art's most revered visionaries through an esteemed collection of drawings that will leave you in awe. With over 500 years since his death, Michelangelo's works continue to captivate and inspire art enthusiasts worldwide.
This extraordinary volume offers a fresh context for understanding Michelangelo's drawings, showcasing a group of artworks held in the Teylers Museum and once owned by Queen Christina of Sweden. These drawings provide valuable insights into Michelangelo's creative process and preparations for his iconic masterpieces in painting, sculpture, and architecture.
Explore preliminary designs for the renowned Sistine Chapel ceiling and the Medici Chapel tombs, among other captivating projects featured in this book. Uncover the history and fate of Michelangelo's drawings during his lifetime, and delve into the intriguing role of Queen Christina and her heirs in amassing a collection of drawings that are among the best-preserved works by the master today.
Experience the world of Michelangelo like never before with Michelangelo: Mind of the Master. From the Cleveland Museum of Art to the J. Paul Getty Museum, this book takes readers on an extraordinary journey through the genius mind of the legendary artist. Don't miss out on this immersive exploration of Michelangelo's artistry and legacy.
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