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Prophet Zechariah

Michelangelo

1508

fresco

From the collection of Vatican Museums

high_renaissance Renaissance Religious

Dominant colour

Prophet Zechariah is a 1508 fresco by Michelangelo, a high_renaissance work, held at Vatican Museums.

Who painted this?: Michelangelo
When & what style?: 1508 · high_renaissance
Where can I see it?: Vatican Museums

About this work

This painting depicts an older man with a long white beard, wearing a red and yellow robe over a green tunic. He sits on a stone block, holding a book in his left hand and reading it intently. Behind him, two young men are visible, one of whom has his arm around the other's shoulder. The background features a wall adorned with sculptures of children. The painting's style is characteristic of the early 16th century, with intricate details and vibrant colors. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to explore the art of Michelangelo.