Leonardo and Michelangelo

Two renaissance artists . . . Leonardo Da Vinci created enduring works during his lifetime, too many to list but perhaps the most well known is the Mona Lisa. Born April 15, 1452 and died May 2, 1519 at only 67 years old. Considered the greatest painter of all time. Born out of wedlock. At 14 he apprenticed with a master and soon was more skillful, and at the age of 20, he was a master himself. Michelangelo Buonarroti also created amazing works in his life, one I love is the Pietra, so lifelike it makes me want to weep. Born, March 6, 1475 and he died February 18, 1584, an old man. His skill as a sculptor and painter is famous, and always loved. The Sistine Chapel, his statues, his frescoes are stunning to view. At 13, he too apprenticed with a master and soon was skillful, and went on to be a master artist. There was a public battle Leonardo vs Michelangelo and their art, David vs Mona Lisa. There was 2 years of public competition. A huge man who stands with a grimace vs a sitting woman smiling. Even before this they were rivals, hated each other, jealous of each. The loser left crossing the Alps to sulk in France taking his painting, today she smiles at her fans, like a star to be idolized by the public. And Michelangelo's works are treasures he left with us forever. There was such an intense dislike between the two artists always, but really they were so similar.... perhaps it WAS all jealousy, because I have read they were both a bit odd. _______________________________ July 7, 2016 Epic For the contest, Historical Rivalry, Part 1 Leonardo vs Michelangelo, sponsor, Marugu Mo Sixth Place