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Cumaean Sibyl

Michelangelo

1511

fresco

From the collection of Vatican Museums

high_renaissance Renaissance Mythology cumaean sibyl

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Cumaean Sibyl is a 1511 fresco by Michelangelo, a high_renaissance work, depicting cumaean sibyl, held at Vatican Museums.

Who painted this?: Michelangelo
When & what style?: 1511 · high_renaissance
Where can I see it?: Vatican Museums

About this work

In this painting, a woman with white hair and a blue dress sits on a ledge, holding a book. She is surrounded by two nude children, and the background features sculptures of nude women. The woman's attire is a mix of orange and blue, while the children are nude. The sculptures in the background are also nude. The woman's facial expression is one of deep thought, and her posture suggests that she is lost in contemplation. The children surrounding her appear to be engaged in playful activities, adding a sense of contrast to the overall mood of the painting. This painting is a great example of the work of Michelangelo.