Michelangelo's Moses

The Powerful Prophet

Michelangelo's Moses is a monumental sculpture created between 1513 and 1515, intended for the tomb of Pope Julius II. Though the tomb was never fully realized as originally planned, the Moses sculpture stands as one of Michelangelo's most celebrated works, renowned for its lifelike detail, intense expression, and muscular anatomy.

The sculpture depicts Moses with the tablets of the Ten Commandments under his arm, and his gaze is one of divine power and righteous indignation. The detail in the beard, hair, and drapery is breathtaking, showcasing Michelangelo's mastery of marble. It is housed in the Church of San Pietro in Vincoli in Rome.