Michelangelo becomes architect of St Peter's
1547 · Event
At 71, Michelangelo reluctantly takes charge of the new basilica, sweeping away Sangallo's plans and designing the great dome finished after his death.
On these timelines: Painting & Sculpture, Renaissance, Master, The Papacy, Italy (post-476 CE)
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