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Who painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?

Answer 1

Kelly Rowland

The ceiling of the Sistine Chapel was painted by Michelangelo Buonarroti between 1508 and 1512. Commissioned by Pope Julius II, Michelangelo’s frescoes are considered masterpieces of High Renaissance art, depicting scenes from the Book of Genesis, including the iconic ‘Creation of Adam.’