David

David is probably Michelangelo most recognized sculpture. It was completed in 1504 and was originally intended to be placed in the roof of the cathedral. Given its 6 ton weight, this never occured and instead it was installed outside Palazzo Vecchio. It now resides in Galleria dell'Accademia. Florence, Italy

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