Michelangelo
3/6/1475 - 3/18/1564
Pisces
Last Words
"I'm not in the least bit tired."
Death & Legacy
Michelangelo died on February 18, 1564, in Rome, Papal States (now in Italy). He is best remembered for his mastery in sculpting, painting, and architecture, leaving a profound influence on Western art. Some of his most notable works include the Sistine Chapel ceiling and the statue of David.
Details
- Cause of Death
- Fever following a slow decline in health
- Age at Death
- 88 years
- Funeral Location
- Basilica of Santa Croce, Florence, Italy
- Final Resting Place
- Basilica of Santa Croce, Florence, Italy