Reference code
RI2/17
Title
Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel, Slade lecture 1
Date
1879-1881
Level
Item
Extent & medium
1 document of 39 pages
Previous reference codes
2056.A
Content Description
Edited draft from which a final copy was taken (RI2/23). Michelangelo's predecessors, his contemporaries. His ripeness for the work, the insight of Pope Julius in employing him; his engineering skill and training; his assistants and their limitations. His knowledge, character and methods. General descrition of the chapel and the subjects, the fresco's current condition, contrasts and variety of treatment.
Associated Material
RI2/23