Michelangelo The Man

By Donald Lord Finlayson

Michelangelo The Man is a biography written by Donald Lord Finlayson that explores the life and works of one of the most renowned artists of the Renaissance, Michelangelo Buonarroti. The book provides an in-depth look at Michelangelo's personal life, his artistic career, and his impact on the art world.The biography begins with Michelangelo's early life in Florence, Italy, where he was born into a middle-class family. The book explores his early education and his apprenticeship with the painter Domenico Ghirlandaio, as well as his early works such as the Madonna of the Stairs.The biography then delves into Michelangelo's most famous works, including the Sistine Chapel ceiling and the sculpture of David. Finlayson provides a detailed analysis of these works, exploring their artistic significance and the techniques Michelangelo used to create them.In addition to his artistic career, Michelangelo's personal life is also explored in the book. Finlayson discusses Michelangelo's relationships with his family, friends, and patrons, as well as his struggles with his sexuality and his religious beliefs.Throughout the book, Finlayson provides a comprehensive overview of Michelangelo's life, work, and legacy. The biography is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the life of this iconic artist.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1161628819
• ISBN13: 9781161628814
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 410 Pages
• Weight: 2.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.0" x 10.0"