Pietà (Vatican)

The Pietà in the Vatican is a renowned marble sculpture created by Michelangelo around 1498–1499. It depicts the Virgin Mary holding the lifeless body of Jesus Christ after the Crucifixion. Notable for its profound emotional impact and technical mastery, the sculpture captures a moment of sorrow and serenity. Carved from a single slab of marble, the Pietà showcases Michelangelo’s exceptional skill in rendering lifelike figures and detailed drapery. It is housed in St. Peter's Basilica and is celebrated as a masterpiece of Renaissance sculpture, symbolizing themes of compassion, sacrifice, and mourning.