Over Five Hundred Years Ago Today This Historic Masterpiece Was Unveiled
For those who appreciate both art and history, this particular mural is monumental. The frescoes on the ceiling, collectively known as the Sistine Ceiling, were commissioned by Pope Julius II in 1508 and were painted by Michelangelo in the years from 1508 to 1512. Two of the most important scenes on... Sign in to see full entry.