History Buffs Should Pass This Renaissance Quiz

Who is being depicted in Michelangelo’s Pieta sculpture?

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A Pieta is a specific type of religious art, typically depicting the Virgin Mary cradling the lifeless body of Jesus Christ. Notable examples include Michelangelo’s Pieta in St. Peter’s Basilica, capturing profound sorrow and compassion in sculpted form.

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Who is being depicted in Michelangelo’s Pieta sculpture?

• Joseph and Mary
• Samson and Delilah
• Adam and Eve
• Virgin Mary and Jesus