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The narrative explores the legendary lineage of the Simoni family, claiming descent from the influential Counts of Canossa, a belief held by Michelangelo despite lacking factual support. It highlights the historical figure Messer Simone dei Conti di Canossa, who is noted as the first Florentine ancestor, arriving in 1250 as Podesta. The book delves into the intertwining of myth and history, examining the implications of such a prestigious ancestry on Michelangelo's identity and legacy.
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The Life of Michelangelo Buonarroti, John Addington Symonds
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- Released
- 2022
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- Title
- The Life of Michelangelo Buonarroti
- Language
- English
- Authors
- John Addington Symonds
- Publisher
- Creative Media Partners, LLC
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 528
- ISBN13
- 9781015540392
- Description
- The narrative explores the legendary lineage of the Simoni family, claiming descent from the influential Counts of Canossa, a belief held by Michelangelo despite lacking factual support. It highlights the historical figure Messer Simone dei Conti di Canossa, who is noted as the first Florentine ancestor, arriving in 1250 as Podesta. The book delves into the intertwining of myth and history, examining the implications of such a prestigious ancestry on Michelangelo's identity and legacy.