During the Renaissance, the human body became a major subject of artistic exploration. Leonardo da Vinci, for instance, examined it anatomically. What is the structure of a human heart? How do bone and muscle create movement? Others, such as Rubens and Botticelli, viewed the body, particularly the female form, sensually. Meanwhile, the rise of cosmetics and personal care tools in Renaissance cities reflected a growing interest in self-presentation. This exhibition delves into these varied perspectives, with works by Michelangelo, Leonardo, Dürer, and more. As an added bonus, Leonardo’s drawing Vitruvian Man returns to display after six years. —Elena Clavarino
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The Making of the Body in Renaissance Venice. Leonardo, Michelangelo, Dürer, Giorgione
Michelangelo Buonarroti, Studies for the Libyan Sibyl, c. 1510–11.
When
May 28 – July 27, 2025
Where
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Photo: The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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Art
Peggy Guggenheim Collection