Michelangelo began work on the colossal figure of David in 1501, and by 1504 the sculpture (standing at 4.34m/14 ft 3 in tall) was in place outside the Palazzo Vecchio. The choice of David was supposed to reflect the power and determination of Republican Florence and was under constant attack from supporters of the usurped Medicis. In the 19th century the statue was moved to the Accademia.
Happy Birthday Michelangelo!
My in-laws were born in southern Italy.
I had hoped to visit Italy but, we will never get there ....
there are too many places in this country that I am looking forward to visiting.