How Michelangelo Turned a “Reject” Into the Legendary David
Some masterpieces are born from perfection, while others defy imperfection. Michelangelo’s David, is one of the most celebrated sculptures in art history, belongs squarely in the latter. Chiseled from a flawed block of Carrara marble that other artists had rejected as “unworkable,” Michelangelo didn’t just carve a statue; he crafted a triumph that symbolized human potential for over five centuries. But before David could emerge from the marble, an epic tale of innovation, patience, and unparalleled skill unfolded.
The “Beast” of Marble That...