The Creation of Adam, one of his most iconic works in the Sistine Chapel, is one such example.Ĭoncealed within the robes and the faces of the figure of God, is a representation of the human brain - which many believe was the artist’s attempt at a covert attack on the church’s contempt for science!Ģ. There are reasons to believe that Michelangelo left such anatomical illustrations behind in many of his works.

However, not many people know that he was also an expert anatomist, who used to dissect corpses with the intention of producing anatomical sketches! It is well-known that Michelangelo was an exceptional artist, architect and sculptor. While many theories about the real meaning or possible interpretations have been debunked as mere attention grabbing speculations, here are 6 paintings with secret meanings that will make you look at them in a completely different light! For years, some paintings have held the attention of art lovers, not just because they are beautiful, but because they hold within themselves, unsolved mysteries and hidden secrets.

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