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Florence's Uffizi Gallery holds 1 work by Michelangelo (1475–1564) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Primarily a sculptor, Michelangelo is equally celebrated for the Sistine Chapel ceiling — one of the greatest achievements in Western art — painted for Pope Julius II between 1508 and 1512. Born in Tuscany, he worked between Florence and Rome across a career of over seventy years, serving nine successive popes.
Uffizi Gallery
Florence · 1 work on display
The Uffizi is the world's finest collection of Italian Renaissance painting, including Botticelli's Birth of Venus, Primavera, and works by Leonardo, Raphael, Titian, and Caravaggio. Pre-book tickets well in advance — queues without a booking can be several hours long.
About the artist
Michelangelo
Italian · High Renaissance · 1475–1564
Primarily a sculptor, Michelangelo is equally celebrated for the Sistine Chapel ceiling — one of the greatest achievements in Western art — painted for Pope Julius II between 1508 and 1512. Born in Tuscany, he worked between Florence and Rome across a career of over seventy years, serving nine successive popes.
Key works
Sistine Chapel ceilingThe Doni TondoThe Entombment
Frequently asked questions
How many Michelangelo paintings are on display in Florence?
Our current data shows 1 Michelangelo painting on display in Florence, held at the Uffizi Gallery.
Which museum in Florence has the most Michelangelo paintings?
Uffizi Gallery holds all 1 known Michelangelo work in Florence.
Where else can I see Michelangelo's paintings?
Michelangelo's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Michelangelo →
Planning your visit to Florence
The Uffizi is one of the most visited museums in the world — pre-book online at least two weeks in advance, particularly between March and October. The Accademia, home to Michelangelo's David, also fills up fast and should be pre-booked. Florence's major museums are compact and central, making it easy to visit several in a single day.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.