Michelangelo Buonarroti, often simply called Michelangelo (1475-1564), was an Italian artist who excelled in multiple disciplines. He was a sculptor, painter, architect, and even a poet. Lived during the High Renaissance, he's considered one of the greatest artists of all time.
Some of his most famous works include:
- Sculptures: Statue of David, Pietà
- Paintings: Sistine Chapel ceiling, The Last Judgment
- Architecture: St. Peter's Basilica (partially)
Michelangelo's work was heavily influenced by classical art and had a profound impact on Western art as a whole. His life was even documented in biographies while he was still alive, a testament to his enduring fame
