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Stockholm's Nationalmuseum 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.
Nationalmuseum
💎 Hidden GemStockholm · 1 work on display
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 Stockholm?
Our current data shows 1 Michelangelo painting on display in Stockholm, held at the Nationalmuseum.
Which museum in Stockholm has the most Michelangelo paintings?
Nationalmuseum holds all 1 known Michelangelo work in Stockholm.
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 Stockholm
Stockholm's museums are clustered on Djurgården island — the Nationalmuseum, Vasa Museum, and Moderna Museet are all accessible by tram or ferry from the city centre. Moderna Museet is free to enter and has an outstanding collection of 20th-century art. The Stockholm Card offers free museum entry and public transport for 1–5 days.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.