Since its creation in 1499, Michelangelo’s Pietà has inspired ... which was mangled in a bombing) or altering the original to restore it. The Vatican heard three arguments on this matter.

Since 2001, Arte Divine has produced authorized castings derived from, and faithful to, Michelangelo’s original masterpieces. But it wasn’t until six years ago that the company embarked on a ...

(KOIN) — The original marble sculpture of The Pieta is at Saint Peter’s Basilica ... made using waxes from the plaster molds taken off Michelangelo’s masterpiece in 1932.

This guest essay reflects the views of Ruth D. Nelson, and is excerpted from her book "Our Lady of the World's Fair: Bringing Michelangelo's "Pietà" to Queens in 1964." The 1964–1965 New York ...