Underrated paintings by Michelangelo

While Michelangelo is best known for the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and the sculpture of David, some of his most fascinating paintings receive far less attention. These works reveal the artist's mastery of color, anatomy, and storytelling beyond his most famous masterpieces. (wikimedia commons)

The Brazen Serpent: A dramatic Old Testament scene depicting the Israelites and the serpent plague, this fresco showcases Michelangelo's ability to convey movement, tension, and human emotion. (Wikimedia commons)

The Conversion of Saul: Located in the Pauline Chapel, this dramatic fresco captures the moment Saul's life changes forever on the road to Damascus. It is often overshadowed by the Sistine Chapel works. (wikimedia commons)

The Crucifixion of Saint Peter: Painted late in Michelangelo's career, this powerful fresco portrays Saint Peter's martyrdom with emotional intensity and remarkable anatomical detail. (wikimedia commons)

The Delphic Sibyl: Although part of the Sistine Chapel ceiling, the Delphic Sibyl rarely receives the attention given to The Creation of Adam. Her expressive pose and vivid colours make her one of Michelangelo's finest figures. (wikimedia commons)

The Doni Tondo: One of Michelangelo's few completed panel paintings, this vibrant depiction of the Holy Family is renowned for its sculptural figures, brilliant colours, and dynamic composition. (wikimedia commons)

The Libyan Sibyl: This striking figure is admired for her graceful movement and muscular form. Art historians often cite her as one of the most technically accomplished figures on the ceiling. (wikimedia commons)