Genius of Michelangelo

Florence—A Republic Under Siege, 1527-34 (1x23)

Air date: Jan 01, 2007

In a little-known episode of his life, Michelangelo devotes himself to the defense of Florentine liberty. We examine his long-lasting contribution to fortification design and military science before considering a series of sculpted and painted works undertaken after the war, including the David/Apollo marble sculpture and the painting of Leda.