Sistine Collection (page 2)

Cantoria in the Sistine Chapel (oil on canvas)
XIR192999 Cantoria in the Sistine Chapel (oil on canvas) by Ingres, Jean Auguste Dominique (1780-1867); Musee Ingres, Montauban, France; (add.info.: La Cantoria de la Chapelle Sixtine; ); French

Taddeo in the Sistine Chapel Drawing Michelangelos Last Judgment; Federico Zuccaro, Italian, about 1541 - 1609; about 1595; Pen and brown ink, brush with brown wash

Prophet Daniel from the painted frescos within the Sistine Chapel Rome by Michelangelo 1508-1512

Michelangelo (1475-1564). Sistine Chapel. 1508-1512. VATICAN CITY. Vatican Palaces. Detail of the vault. The Creation of the universe and the planets. Renaissance art. Cinquecento. Fresco

LEO XIII (1810-1903). Pope (1878-1903). Coronation of Pope Leo XIII in the Sistine Chapel on 3th March 1878. ITALY. Rome. Institute for the history of the Italian Risorgimento

Michelangelo (1475-1564). Sistine Chapel. Detail. VATICAN CITY. Vatican Palaces. Renaissance art. Cinquecento. Fresco

Veduta della capella sistina nel palazzo apostolico vaticano

Pope Sixtus IV (Francesco della Rovere) Responsible for the construction of the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican

Sistine Chapel / Vatican
The interior of the spectacular Sistine Chapel at the Vatican, Rome. The ceiling and walls are covered in full colour frescos by Michelangelo

Refugees from Naples, taken by Garibaldis forces, seek refuge in Rome, where they are housed in the Sistine convent

Voting for Pope 1903
Cardinals, sitting in Conclave in the Sistine Chapel, in the Vatican, Rome, vote for a new pope : they elect Pius X

Voting for New Pope
Cardinals, sitting in Conclave in the Sistine Chapel, in the Vatican, Rome, vote for a new pope : they elect Pius XII

Tourists Admire Sistine
Gauls, goths, visigoths and vandals in Rome A sketch in the Sistine Chapel highlighting the many types of tourists who visit

Pope Sixtus IV (Shaw)
POPE SIXTUS IV (Francesco della Rovere) Responsible for the construction of the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican

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The Sistine Chapel, famously adorned by the masterful hands of Michelangelo (1475-1564), stands as a testament to human creativity and divine inspiration. This sacred space, located within Vatican City, has been a site of spiritual significance for centuries. One cannot discuss the Sistine Chapel without mentioning Raphael's (1483-1520) masterpiece, The Sistine Madonna. Painted between 1512 and 1517, this iconic artwork showcases the Virgin Mary cradling baby Jesus with an ethereal beauty that captivates all who gaze upon it. Interestingly enough, there is another chapel named after St Aloysius in Mangalore, India that bears resemblance to its renowned counterpart. While not as grandiose as the original Sistine Chapel, it serves as a place of worship and reflection for many. In historical context, the Sistine Chapel played a role in voting for Pope Pius XII during his pontificate. It also witnessed significant events such as the Second Council of Constantinople in 553 AD under Pope Vigilio's leadership and the Third Council of Constantinople held between 680-681 AD. Artistic influences can be found throughout history with references to figures like Prophet Ezekiel or even musical genius Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. In fact, Mozart himself was said to have been deeply moved when he heard Allegris Miserere performed in Rome. The intricate details within the frescoes adorning the walls are awe-inspiring. One notable example is "Detail of St. Peter receiving the keys, " painted by Michelangelo in 1481. Its skillful execution showcases his mastery over form and composition. Outside on Bonn streets in Germany or even inside these hallowed halls themselves, pavement artists continue their craft today - drawing inspiration from those who came before them while adding their own unique touch to public spaces. Lastly but certainly not least is Michelangelo's crowning achievement: "The Last Judgment.