The Sistine Chapel Ceiling The Sistine Chapel ceiling is perhaps the most amazing painting of all time. It was finished by Michealangelo Buonarroti in 1512.(he started it in 1508.) He worked on the painting every day in the four year period. It was grueling work. He would have to climb a scaffolding and lay flat on his back 65 feet above the floor with paint dripping down on him. All of the scenes were based on stories …showed first 75 words of 1051 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1051 total…immediately realized upon its unveiling, is one of man's greatest achievements. Never again was such a project to be conceived. Over time the ceiling has become rusted and has lost its colors, but was recently cleaned and now you can finally see this amazing piece of art in its original colors. In conclusion, I think the work Michelangelo has done was ahead of its time and definitely deserves more recognition. I admire his hard work.