Who painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?
Show answer
Michelangelo
Michelangelo spent four years painting the ceiling while standing on scaffolding, contrary to the popular myth that he painted it lying on his back. The central panels depict nine scenes from the Book of Genesis, including the iconic 'Creation of Adam.'
Also asked as:
- Which Renaissance artist is responsible for the frescoes on the Sistine Chapel ceiling?