Libyan Sibyl

About this work

In this painting, a woman sits on a ledge, holding a large book over her shoulder with her right hand. She wears a flowing orange dress with a blue belt and a pink skirt. Her feet are bare, and she has a white headband around her forehead. The background features a stone wall with carved figures. The woman's pose and attire suggest she is a figure of importance, possibly a prophet or oracle. The book she holds may symbolize knowledge or wisdom. This painting is a work by Michelangelo.