Unfortunately, I really don't have much more to offer, but will remind people that an extensive research mapping project
(conducted by University of Cologne) found that large portions of
Michelangelo's work on the
Sistine Chapel were created through the strategic use of innumerable cut up pieces of junk-era commons, which seamlessly created a flawless image when viewed from a distance.
An ancient text (loosely translated) explains the master's reasoning:
"My capabilities of creating lifelike skin hues paled in comparison to what was readily available to me on the counters of most of the stationery stores in Rome...plus, if I picked the right brand of cards, I got gum!!! YUMMY!!!!"
The history books need to be changed to:
Michelangelo - "Sculptor, painter, collector."
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