The Ancestors of Christ: Jechoniah, Shealtiel 1512

Michelangelo's "The Ancestors of Christ: Jechoniah, Shealtiel" is a fresco painted in 1512 as part of the Sistine Chapel ceiling. The work depicts two figures from the Old Testament, Jechoniah and Shealtiel, who are considered ancestors of Jesus Christ according to the Bible. Michelangelo captures the figures in a dynamic pose, Jechoniah embraces a child while Shealtiel looks with longing towards a child in his lap. The fresco is a testament to Michelangelo's mastery of human anatomy and dramatic composition, showcasing his signature style and the High Renaissance period's focus on realism.