Michelangelo A Collection of Fifteen Pictures and a Portrait of the Master, with Introduction and Interpretation

A richly illustrated anthology invites listeners to explore Michelangelo’s most celebrated sculptures and paintings, from the iconic David and the tender Pietà to the dynamic scenes of the Last Judgment. The collection is thoughtfully ordered, beginning with familiar biblical and mythic figures before guiding the ear toward the more complex and abstract works that reveal the master’s deeper vision.

Accompanying the images is a concise essay that delves into Michelangelo’s singular artistic character—his famed “terribilità,” the awe‑inspiring power that still captivates viewers today. The commentary highlights how the artist used the human body as a poetic language, turning every hand, torso, and gesture into a profound statement. Photographs, primarily sourced from the renowned Fratelli Alinari archive, bring the original marble and frescoes to life, offering an intimate glimpse into the genius that reshaped Renaissance art.