Pietà
Michelangelo, 1498-1499
Overview
About This Work
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Visual Analysis
Composition
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Colour & Light
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Materials & Technique
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Historical Context
Renaissance Context
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Artistic Significance
Innovation & Influence
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Exam Focus Points
Critical Perspectives
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