Michelangelo's David: The Icon of Renaissance Perfection

De David van Michelangelo in de Galleria dell'Accademia in Florence is een van de beroemdste kunstwerken ter wereld en een symbool van de Italiaanse Renaissance. Dit buitengewone marmeren beeld van meer dan 5 meter hoog toont de jonge bijbelse held in een moment van spanning en rust voor de strijd tegen Goliath. De anatomische perfectie en vastberaden uitdrukking van David belichamen het ideaal van de Renaissance man, in het centrum van het universum en meester van zijn eigen lot.

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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.

Hoe er te komen

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.

Geschiedenis

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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