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Michelangelo: The Genesis of the Sistine: March 6, 2025 — June 1, 2025 Buy Tickets

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Michelangelo: The Genesis of the Sistine

Michelangelo: The Genesis of the Sistine

March 6, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Muscarelle Museum of Art

Bringing 25 rarely-displayed masterpiece drawings by Michelangelo to the United States, Michelangelo: The Genesis of the Sistine will offer American viewers an unprecedented opportunity to experience first-hand the genius of the famed artist. Displaying Michelangelo’s initial studies and early drawings of the famous frescoes of the Sistine Chapel, the exhibition will explore the rich story of the origin of these works, arguably some of the most famous in the world.

Curated by Adriano Marinazzo, Muscarelle Curator of Special Projects, and based on his extensive scholarship, the exhibition highlights new and compelling theories about Michelangelo’s work, including a comparison between The Creation of Adam and a self-portrait, which suggests that the artist may have envisioned himself as the Creator.

Don’t miss the rare opportunity to immerse yourself in Michelangelo’s creative process. Examine drawings that reveal the artist’s work in progress, offering a unique glimpse into his dreams, personality, and inner struggles.

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