Tomb of Julius II

The Tomb of Julius II is a grand sculptural project created by Michelangelo intended to honor Pope Julius II with a monumental monument. Originally planned as an elaborate structure with multiple statues and architectural features, the project was complex and faced several delays. Michelangelo designed a series of large sculptures depicting figures like Moses and the surviving tomb's architecture, which reflects Renaissance ideals of harmony and human form. The tomb remained unfinished for years, but its fragments and sculptures, especially Moses, are celebrated as masterpieces of Renaissance art, highlighting Michelangelo's skill and the Pope's significance.