Michelangelo's 'Teacher' -- The Belvedere Torso

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It is one of the Vatican Museums' identifying masterpieces. The Belvedere Torso is one the sculptures that made up the original nucleus of the Papal art collections. It has inspired and fascinated artists of every age. First among whom is Michelangelo who has been described as the Torso's disciple.

Michelangelo's 'Teacher' -- The Belvedere Torso