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Volgens de visie van de galerie is het beroemdste schilderij van Michelangelo Morlaiter Pieta (1499), waarvan het origineel in het Sint-Pietersbasiliek in Rome hangt. Study for Haman (1508) en Design for a statue of Henry II of France (1559) maken het trio compleet dat elk oog herkent. Van de 93 werken van Michelangelo Morlaiter in onze catalogus presenteert de galerie hieronder de 35 bekendste werken, elk een origineel met de jaartal, het museum en wat het uniek maakt.
The composition centers on the intimate, physical connection between Mary and her son. In this close-up view, the focus remains entirely on the Virgin Mary as she cradles the body of Jesus in her arms. The arrangement of the figures emphasizes a quiet moment of maternal comfort, capturing the weight of the body against her form. This central grouping is elevated upon a pedestal, which provides a sense of prominence…
To gaze upon this preparatory study is to step directly into the intense, focused crucible of artistic genius. It is not a finished narrative, but rather a profound meditation—a skeleton rendered in pigment—that speaks volumes about the mind wrestling with form and divine proportion. The subject matter itself, though titled Study for Haman, transcends any single story; it becomes an exhaustive exploration of the human vessel. Here, the artist has…
In this exquisite pen and ink drawing, we are transported back to the mid-16th century, witnessing a moment of profound artistic preparation. The work, titled Design for a statue of Henry II of France, serves as a meticulous blueprint for a monument intended to immortalize a monarch. At its heart lies an equestrian figure, a powerful composition of horse and rider that commands the viewer's attention through sheer anatomical precision.…
In Battle of Cascina (Copy by Michelangelo's pupil Aristotele da Sangallo), Michelangelo Morlaiter presents a monochromatic scene defined by chaos and violent movement. The composition is densely packed with figures engaged in combat upon a rocky outcrop. This arrangement creates a shallow perspective that draws the viewer into the immediate struggle. The color palette is restricted to shades of gray, establishing a somber and intense atmosphere that emphasizes the gravity…
The composition centers entirely upon the reclining male nude. He lies on his back, a solitary figure occupying the space. Minimal background elements exist, leaving the eye to rest solely on the weight of the body. Every line is an anatomical map, tracing the tension of muscle and the underlying architecture of bone. The focus remains fixed on this singular, organic presence.
In Sistine Chapel Ceiling: God Dividing Land and Water by Michelangelo Morlaiter, a complex arrangement of figures unfolds in a state of constant, rhythmic motion. The central figure of God commands the entire scene, his presence heavy and absolute as he extends a hand to divide the primordial waters. This singular, decisive gesture sets the momentum for the entire composition. Below this divine action, the narrative continues with Noah and…
A single male nude occupies the center of the page, caught in a moment of sudden, heavy movement. The figure is a study of tension, a collection of diagonal lines that pull the eye across the paper. Beside this form, the arm of a bearded man enters the frame, adding a layer of anatomical complexity to the composition. The charcoal is applied with a raw, gestural energy, leaving behind a…
The composition is complex and crowded, presenting a dense arrangement where multiple figures overlap and interact within a shallow space. This layering creates a sense of immediate, kinetic energy. The color palette is dominated by warm hues of red, pink, and gold, which establish an intense atmosphere. These tones work in tandem with organic shapes that reflect the underlying human anatomy of the figures.
The composition is vertically oriented, focusing the viewer's attention on the singular nude male figure. This arrangement emphasizes the verticality of the body and the specific contours of the anatomy. The figure is captured in a dynamic pose, suggesting a moment of physical exertion or movement. The perspective is limited to a close-up study, providing a detailed view of the subject while maintaining minimal background detail. This lack of environmental…
The ceiling is a vast expanse of organized rows. Each panel holds a specific biblical narrative, a fragment of Genesis unfolding across the stone. The perspective remains largely flat, mirroring the gaze of a viewer looking directly upward into the vault. It is a complex architecture of stories, where the scale of the figures follows a strict hierarchy. Larger forms dominate the central scenes, anchoring the eye amidst the intricate…
Sistine Chapel Ceiling: The Prophet Joel1512
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The Ancestors of Christ: Asa1509
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Moses1515 · San Pietro in Vincoli
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Ideal head of a woman1525 · British Museum
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Study for a risen Christ1533 · British Museum
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The Resurrection of Christ1533 · British Museum
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Portrait of Andrea Quaratesi1532 · Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology
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The Fall of Phaeton1533 · British Museum
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Design for Julius II tomb (first version)1540 · Galleria degli Uffizi
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Crucifixion1540
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Studies for a double tomb wall1520 · British Museum
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The Entombment1501 · National Gallery
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Sistine Chapel Ceiling: The Delphic Sibyl1509
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Study to ^quot;Battle of Cascina^quot;1504
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Sistine Chapel Ceiling: The Punishment of Haman1512
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Sistine Chapel Ceiling: David and Goliath1509
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Sketch of fortifications of Porta del Prato in Florence (ground floor plan)1525
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Design for Laurentian library doors and an external window1526 · British Museum
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Studies for "Pieta" or "The Last Judgement"1530
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Study of ^quot;Christ on the Cross between the Virgin and St. John the Evangelist^quot;1554 · Louvre
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Study of ^quot;Christ on the Cross between the Virgin and St. John the Evangelist^quot;1556 · British Museum
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Decoration of the grand staircase1766 · Palazzo Grassi
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Venetian Reception (detail)1766 · Palazzo Grassi
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Studie voor een Laatste Zuivering1533 · Louvre
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Diverse onderzoeken1505 · Louvre
De vier onderwerpen die het meest voorkomen in deze originelen, elk met zijn mooiste voorbeeld.
De 8 musea met de meeste schilderijen op deze pagina.
| Museum | Stad | Werken van Michelangelo Morlaiter | Schilderijen uit deze lijst |
|---|---|---|---|
 British Museum |
Londen | 9 | Study for Haman, Sketch of a Nude Man (study for the "Battle of Cascina"), Ideal head of a woman |
 Louvre |
Parijs | 4 | Male nude and arm of bearded man, Study of ^quot;Christ on the Cross between the Virgin and St. John the Evangelist^quot;, Studie voor een Laatste Zuivering |
 Palazzo Grassi |
Venetië | 2 | Decoration of the grand staircase, Venetian Reception (detail) |
 Sint-Pietersbasiliek |
Rome | 1 | Pieta |
 Rijksmuseum |
Amsterdam | 1 | Design for a statue of Henry II of France |
 San Pietro in Vincoli |
Rome | 1 | Moses |
 Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology |
Oxford | 1 | Portrait of Andrea Quaratesi |
 Galleria degli Uffizi |
Florence | 1 | Design for Julius II tomb (first version) |
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The composition centers on the intimate, physical connection between Mary and her son. In this close-up view, the focus remains entirely on the Virgin Mary as she cradles the body of Jesus in her arms. The arrangement of the figures emphasizes a quiet moment of maternal comfort, capturing the weight of the body against her form. This central grouping is elevated upon a pedestal, which provides a sense of prominence…
To gaze upon this preparatory study is to step directly into the intense, focused crucible of artistic genius. It is not a finished narrative, but rather a profound meditation—a skeleton rendered in pigment—that speaks volumes about the mind wrestling with form and divine proportion. The subject matter itself, though titled Study for Haman, transcends any single story; it becomes an exhaustive exploration of the human vessel. Here, the artist has…
In Sistine Chapel Ceiling: God Dividing Land and Water by Michelangelo Morlaiter, a complex arrangement of figures unfolds in a state of constant, rhythmic motion. The central figure of God commands the entire scene, his presence heavy and absolute as he extends a hand to divide the primordial waters. This singular, decisive gesture sets the momentum for the entire composition. Below this divine action, the narrative continues with Noah and…
This graphite drawing presents a profile view of a woman’s head and shoulders, rendered with the precision of a classical study. The composition focuses on the contours of the face and the upper torso, utilizing subtle shading to establish volume and depth. Every line follows the organic curves of the subject’s anatomy, from the soft slope of the nose to the intricate textures of the hair and the heavy folds…
This monochromatic pencil drawing, dated 1533, presents a detailed study of a nude male figure. The composition is centered on the subject, who is depicted in a dynamic pose, reaching upwards with one arm extended. The rendering utilizes shades of gray to emphasize form and musculature through careful shading.
To hold this sketch in one's gaze is to witness the very moment an idea begins to take physical form. Created around 1540 in Rome, Italy, this ink on paper drawing offers a glimpse into the creative process of Michelangelo. It is a technical study, a blueprint for a monument intended for Pope Julius II. The composition is vertically oriented, building upward through a series of tiered levels that suggest…
In this exquisite pen and ink drawing, we are transported back to the mid-16th century, witnessing a moment of profound artistic preparation. The work, titled Design for a statue of Henry II of France, serves as a meticulous blueprint for a monument intended to immortalize a monarch. At its heart lies an equestrian figure, a powerful composition of horse and rider that commands the viewer's attention through sheer anatomical precision.…
Pieta (1499), Sint-Pietersbasiliek, Rome. Study for Haman (1508) en Design for a statue of Henry II of France (1559) volgen.
Pieta, Study for Haman, Design for a statue of Henry II of France, Battle of Cascina (Copy by Michelangelo's pupil Aristotele da Sangallo), The Study of Adam, Sistine Chapel Ceiling: God Dividing Land and Water, Male nude and arm of bearded man, Sistine Chapel Ceiling: God Dividing Light from Darkness, Sketch of a Nude Man (study for the "Battle of Cascina") en Sistine Chapel Ceiling. De bovenstaande ranglijst vermeldt het jaar en het museum van elk werk.
Onze catalogus bevat 93 werken van Michelangelo Morlaiter, daterend van 1499 tot 1766.
Voornamelijk in British Museum (Londen), Louvre (Parijs) en Palazzo Grassi (Venetië). De bovenstaande museumtabel bevat een volledig overzicht.
In 1500s: 11 van de 35 werken op deze pagina werden toen gemaakt, waaronder Study for Haman.
Op deze pagina is het vroegste Pieta (1499) en het laatste Decoration of the grand staircase (1766).
Man (8), Figures (5) en People (3), verspreid over de 35 werken op deze pagina.
Fresco, voor 5 van de 35 werken op deze pagina.
High renaissance en Renaissance, te oordelen aan de originelen op deze pagina.
Study for Haman, Sketch of a Nude Man (study for the "Battle of Cascina") en Ideal head of a woman: het British Museum, Londen herbergt 9 van de werken op deze pagina.
