Tomb of Giuliano de' Medici

The Tomb of Giuliano de' Medici, located in Florence’s Medici Chapel, is a sculptural monument created by Michelangelo around 1526-1534. It commemorates Giuliano, a member of the influential Medici family, who was assassinated in 1478. The tomb features a dynamic sculpture of Giuliano’s grieving, reclining figure, symbolizing both his death and the family's mourning. Michelangelo's masterful use of marble and realism captures intense emotion and movement, making it a significant example of Renaissance art that combines personal memorialization with artistic innovation.