The Life of Michael Angelo

Tensions between Michelangelo and architect San Gallo escalate as they clash over architectural projects in Rome, particularly the fortifications of the Borgo and the completion of the Farnese palace. Despite personal animosities, Michelangelo acknowledges Bramante's architectural genius, especially regarding the design of St. Peter's. Their conflicts culminate in a competition for the Farnese palace's cornice, where Michelangelo's design triumphs, leading to San Gallo's demise from the humiliation. This narrative highlights the fierce rivalries and creative tensions of Renaissance architecture.