Romain roland life of michelangelo biography

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Vie de Michel-Ange = Life of Michelangelo, Romain Rolland

The life of Michelangelo offers one of the most striking examples of the influence that a great man can have on his time.

At the moment of his birth in the second half of the fifteenth century the serenity of Ghirlandajo and of Bramante illuminated Italian art.

Florentine sculpture seemed about to languish away from an excess of grace in the delicate and meticulous art of Rossellino, Disiderio, Mino da Fiesole, Agostino di Duccio, Benedetto da Maiano and Andrea Sansovino.

Michelangelo burst like a thunder-storm into the heavy, overcharged sky of Florence.

This storm had undoubtedly been gathering for a long time in the extraordinary intellectual and emotional tension of Italy which was to cause the Savonarolist upheaval.

Nothing like Michelangelo had ever appeared before.

He passed like a whirlwind, and after he had passed the brilliant and sensual Florence of Lorenzo de' Medici and Botticelli, of Verocchio and Lionardo, was ended forever.

All that harmonious living and dreaming, that spirit of analysis, that aristocratic and courtly poetry, the whole elegant and subtle art of the

Michelangelo by Romain Rolland

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AuthorRolland, Romain,
TranslatorStreet, Frederick
Title Michelangelo
Note Reading ease score: (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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LanguageEnglish
LoC ClassN: Fine Arts
Subject Michelangelo Buonarroti,
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Release DateJun 10,
Most Recently UpdatedMar 25,
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Michelangelo

The life of Michelangelo offers one of the most striking examples of the influence that a great man can have on his time. At the moment of his birth in the second half of the fifteenth century the serenity of Ghirlandajo and of Bramante illuminated Italian art. Florentine sculpture seemed about to languish away from an excess of grace in the delicate and meticulous art of Rossellino, Disiderio, Mino da Fiesole, Agostino di Duccio, Benedetto da Maiano and Andrea Sansovino. Michelangelo burst like a thunder-storm into the heavy, overcharged sky of Florence. This storm had undoubtedly been gathering for a long time in the extraordinary intellectual and emotional tension of Italy which was to cause the Savonarolist upheaval. Nothing like Michelangelo had ever appeared before. He passed like a whirlwind, and after he had passed the brilliant and sensual Florence of Lorenzo de' Medici and Botticelli, of Verocchio and Lionardo, was ended forever. All that harmonious living and dreaming, that spirit of analysis, that aristocratic and courtly poetry, the whole elegant and subtle art of the "Quattrocento," was swept away at one blow. Even after he had been g

Michelangelo   By: Romain Rolland ()

Michelangelo by Romain Rolland is a comprehensive and captivating biography of one of the most iconic artists in history. Rolland masterfully delves into the life and works of Michelangelo, offering readers a unique insight into his genius and the tumultuous times in which he lived.

The book begins by exploring Michelangelo's early life in Florence, tracing his artistic development and the influences that shaped his style. Rolland skillfully brings the reader into the vibrant and competitive art scene of the Renaissance, immersing them in the political and cultural climate that fueled Michelangelo's creativity.

As the biography progresses, Rolland examines Michelangelo's major works, placing them within the context of his personal struggles and the wider historical events of the time. From his iconic sculpture of David to his awe-inspiring frescoes in the Sistine Chapel, the author meticulously describes the artistic process behind each masterpiece, offering an intimate glimpse into the mind of this artistic genius.

Rolland also delves unflinchingly into Michelangelo's complex personality and the contradictions that marke


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