MICHELANGELO Buonarroti
(b. 1475, Caprese, d. 1564, Roma)

Creation of Adam (detail)

1510
Fresco
Cappella Sistina, Vatican

The adolescent face of Adam, seen in profile, still lacking a definite expression, contrasts with the mature, intensely energetic one of the Lord, with his grey hair and long beard streaming in the air.




© Web Gallery of Art, created by Emil Krén and Daniel Marx.