Michelangelo & The Pope’s Ceiling – An Evening with Author Ross King

📅 Friday, October 24, 2025
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Northleach
🔗 Details & Tickets: northleachevents.co.uk/ross-king-michelangelo

Join bestselling author and acclaimed art historian Ross King for an unforgettable evening as he brings Renaissance Rome to life in his fascinating talk: "Michelangelo & the Pope’s Ceiling."

Based on his award-winning book of the same name, this talk delves into the extraordinary story behind one of the greatest artistic achievements in history—the painting of the Sistine Chapel ceiling.

Behind the Masterpiece

When Pope Julius II summoned the young sculptor Michelangelo Buonarroti to Rome in 1508, the artist had never painted a fresco in his life. What followed was a four-year struggle of artistic genius, political pressure, physical exhaustion, and personal torment.

🎨 Ross King will reveal:

• The intense relationship between Michelangelo and Pope Julius II
• The technical and creative challenges of painting over 12,000 square feet of ceiling
• The rivalries, intrigues, and secrets of Renaissance Rome
• The enduring legacy of the Sistine Chapel as a symbol of human creativity

Whether you're an art lover, history enthusiast, or simply fascinated by stories of perseverance and vision, this is an evening you won’t want to miss.

About Ross King

Ross King is the internationally acclaimed author of Brunelleschi’s Dome, Leonardo and the Last Supper, and The Bookseller of Florence. Known for his engaging storytelling and deep research, King has the rare ability to make centuries-old history feel immediate and alive.

🎟️ Tickets and Information
Seats are limited and advance booking is highly recommended.
👉 Book now at northleachevents.co.uk

📍 Venue details and directions available on the event page

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Step into the world of Renaissance art and intrigue—and discover the man, the Pope, and the ceiling that changed the course of art forever.

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