Michelangelo was a very talented sculptor. He knew human anatomy very well. Maybe that is the reason why his sculptures look so much alive. We may enjoy the proof of his extraordinary skills while looking at his famous ‘David’.
Portrayed not as a young boy, but as a courageous man, David is waiting for the battle. Michelangelo represented his David in the same manner as long time ago were depicted the Greek heroes. No doubt, the statue is a pure beauty. Let’s take a deeper look…
David’s features are deeply undercut, before that Michelangelo never used such kind of technique. The eyes are wide-opened and fiery. David’s torso is still half-developed. His legs are bony. Indisputably the observers’ attention is paid to the man’s knotty beautiful construction. Even if one doesn’t know the legend about David and Goliath and cannot imagine what kind of feelings David could have, he just needs to look at Michelangelo’s sculpture. Every vein shows the struggle of emotions inside David’s heart. Of course, he has some fear, but the idea that he fights for his people encourages him. David’s brain and astuteness would be his main weapons, and don’t hesitate, they would lead him to the victory.
That is Michelangelo’s patriotic concept. He stands against the brutal strength ruining the countries, destroying the civilization. It’s not enough for the painter or sculptor, or any other creative person just to be skilled, bringing no message with your art. Those who have the God-given talent should use it in a proper way and cultivate the good among the others.
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