The Creation of Adam
Michelangelo · 1512
Why it's great
God stretches out a finger toward Adam, and the tiny gap between their hands has become one of the most famous images ever. Michelangelo painted it in 1512 as part of the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel.
🏛️ Part of history
The Renaissance (1400–1600) — God stretches out a finger toward Adam, and the tiny gap between their hands has become one of the most famous images ever.
Where to see it
📍 Location not recordedWe couldn't confirm where it hangs today. Museums sometimes move or lend paintings, so check the museum's website before you travel.
Hang it on your wall
Three places to look for a print of this painting, from budget to museum-grade:
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Michelangelo was born in Caprese, Italy, in 1475 and worked in Florence and Rome. He was a sculptor, painter and architect who made the statue of David and painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. He died in Rome in 1564, almost 89 years old.
