30 Quotes By Michelangelo


Many believe - and I believe - that I have been designated for this work by God. In spite of my old age, I do not want to give it up I work out of love for God and I put all my hope in Him.
Michelangelo on god

Death and love are the two wings that bear the good man to heaven.
Michelangelo on good

I hope that I may always desire more than I can accomplish.
Michelangelo on hope

Many believe - and I believe - that I have been designated for this work by God. In spite of my old age, I do not want to give it up I work out of love for God and I put all my hope in Him.
Michelangelo on hope

I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free.
Michelangelo on imagination

I am still learning.
Michelangelo on learning

I have never felt salvation in nature. I love cities above all.
Michelangelo on nature

Genius is eternal patience.
Michelangelo on patience

The true work of art is but a shadow of the divine perfection.
Michelangelo on work

Many believe - and I believe - that I have been designated for this work by God. In spite of my old age, I do not want to give it up I work out of love for God and I put all my hope in Him.
Michelangelo on work