Quotes by Michelangelo

Many believe – and I believe – that I have been designated for this work by God. In spite of my old age, I do not want to give it up I work out of love for God and I put all my hope in Him.

The true work of art is but a shadow of the divine perfection.

Genius is eternal patience.

I have never felt salvation in nature. I love cities above all.

I am still learning.

I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free.

I hope that I may always desire more than I can accomplish.

Death and love are the two wings that bear the good man to heaven.

I live and love in God’s peculiar light.

I am a poor man and of little worth, who is laboring in that art that God has given me in order to extend my life as long as possible.