The artwork, titled “The Ancestors of Christ: Nahshon,” was created by the renowned artist Michelangelo in 1512. Measuring 215 x 430 cm, this fresco belongs to the High Renaissance art movement and is a religious painting. It forms part of the illustrious Sistine Chapel Paintings series and is housed in the Sistine Chapel, Vatican.
In this fresco, two figures flank a central plaque inscribed with the name “NAASON.” Both figures appear to be engaged in scholarly or contemplative activities. The figure on the left, wearing a green garment, leans forward gracefully, while the figure on the right, draped in an orange robe, sits reading. The meticulous detailing in the figures’ clothing and the harmonious balance in their postures exemplify Michelangelo’s masterful technique and profound comprehension of human anatomy. The ornate architectural elements that frame the scene further reflect the grandeur and intricate design characteristic of the Sistine Chapel’s decoration.
