One of the most iconic paintings in history, Michelangelo’s ceiling frescoes have had curious visitors gazing up towards the heavens in the Sistine Chapel for centuries. Now, the intricate Elysian world has been reproduced on canvas at Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition®, using a combination of cutting-edge technology, professional expertise and special printing techniques to bring the artwork to life in high definition. Opening at 1 America Square on May 19, you will be able to journey through the pieces and study every cherub feather, pointed blade and outstretched finger up close.
What can you expect at this Sistine Chapel exhibition in London?
Have you ever daydreamed of visiting the Sistine Chapel to lose yourself in a painted sea of billowing robes and gracefully posing figures, but can’t quite scrape together the funds? This might be your answer. Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition® has already captivated crowds across the globe, with stops in Sydney, Shanghai, Chicago, Vienna and many more. London is now next in line to experience these unique, life-size reproductions of the 34 stunning frescoes, each one providing a pristine window to the timeless masterpiece which lies overseas.
As if you have floated up to perch among the vaulted ceiling itself, these pieces have been created in sparkling high definition to ensure you can examine even the smallest details and soak up the vibrant use of colour. To give you a more in-depth look at the piece, there will be audio guides and informative signage that shine a light on the artistic process and the story behind each biblical scene.
Michelangelo’s detailed depiction of the story of Creation is sure to have you losing track of time. One moment you’ll be studying the downfall of Adam and Eve as they are thrown out of the Garden of Eden, the next you’ll be examining the dramatic scenes of desperation during the Great Flood. It’s an unmissable chance to see this celebrated centuries-old work of art from a unique perspective.
