Michelangelo's David: The Icon of Renaissance Perfection

Michelangelos David, som står i Galleria dell'Accademia i Firenze, er et af verdens mest berømte kunstværker og et symbol på den italienske renæssance. Denne ekstraordinære marmorstatue, som er over 5 meter høj, forestiller den unge bibelske helt i et øjeblik af spænding og ro før kampen mod Goliat. Davids anatomiske perfektion og beslutsomme udtryk legemliggør renæssancemenneskets ideal om at være i universets centrum og herre over sin egen skæbne.

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Accademia Gallery of Florence

The Accademia Gallery of Florence is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 8:15 a.m. to 6:50 p.m., with the last entry at 6:20 p.m. The museum is closed every Monday, on the 1st of January, and the 25th of December.

It is highly recommended to book in advance to avoid long waits. Closure procedures begin 10 minutes before closing time; therefore, access to some rooms may be limited from 6:40 p.m.

  • Book in advance: Tickets for the Accademia Gallery are in high demand. Book online to avoid long queues.
  • Visit early: Morning hours are less crowded, offering a more intimate experience.
  • Don’t miss David: After admiring the Prisoners, Michelangelo’s David is the highlight of the visit.

Sådan kommer du derhen

The Galleria dell’Accademia is located at Via Ricasoli 58-60, in the heart of Florence, just a short walk from the Duomo.

Here’s how to get there:

  • On foot: From the Duomo, walk north along Via Ricasoli for about 5 minutes.
  • By bus: Urban lines 1, 6, and 14 stop near the entrance.
  • By train: From Santa Maria Novella station, it is about a 15-minute walk.

Historie

Michelangelo sculpted David between 1501 and 1504, working on a massive block of marble that other artists had abandoned due to its difficulty. Originally commissioned to be placed on the Florence Cathedral, David was considered too extraordinary to be positioned so high. It was therefore placed in Piazza della Signoria, where it remained until 1873, when it was moved to the Galleria dell’Accademia to protect it from the weather. The statue represents the strength and intelligence of the Florentines against the powerful enemies of the time.

Michelangelo sculpted David between 1501 and 1504, working on a massive block of marble that other artists had abandoned due to its difficulty. Originally commissioned to be placed on the Florence Cathedral, David was considered too extraordinary to be positioned so high. It was therefore placed in Piazza della Signoria, where it remained until 1873, when it was moved to the Galleria dell’Accademia to protect it from the weather. The statue represents the strength and intelligence of the Florentines against the powerful enemies of the time.

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