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May 1, 1508
Sistine Chapel Paintings by Michaelangelo
In May of 1508, Michaelangelo is commissioned to paint the newly restored ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City, Rome. While paintings can be dated back to cave drawings, this is widely considered one of the greatest paiting works of all time. Sistine Chapel Ceiling History -
Period: Jan 1, 1515 to
Evolution of Modern Communications
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Jun 1, 1515
Sistine Chapel Tapestries by Raphael
In June of 1515, Raphael is commissioned by the Pope to paint bible scenes for the 'Acts of the Apostles' tapestries for the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City, Rome While the history of tapestries can date back to the 13th and 14th centuries, this is one of the most famous and icon tapestry works in history. History of Tapestries
