Catherine Fletcher, a historian specializing in the Renaissance, joins Sarah Vowles, curator at the British Museum, and Matthias Wivel, curator of sixteenth-century paintings at the National Gallery. They dive deep into Michelangelo's monumental work in the Sistine Chapel, exploring the stunning frescos of Genesis and The Last Judgment. The discussion touches on Michelangelo's artistic evolution, his rivalries with Raphael, and the chapel's rich historical and spiritual significance, revealing how these masterpieces have shaped art and culture through the ages.
