Sibylle of Delphi – Michelangelo (circa 1508–1512)

🖼️ Sibylle de Delphes – Michelangelo (circa 1508–1512)

Hand-painted reproduction – By Alpha Reproduction

An ancient prophetess with a gaze turned towards eternity

Painted between 1508 and 1512 on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, the Delphic Sibyl is one of the five great sibyls depicted by Michelangelo, alongside the prophets of the Old Testament. A female figure of ancient wisdom, she symbolizes inspired knowledge, capable of predicting the coming of the Christ even before the Gospel.

Michelangelo gives him a noble, meditative, and powerfully physical presence, capturing both his youth, his intelligence, and his spiritual mission.

A silent and focused composition

Movement held back, gaze turned, knowledge transmitted

Seated on a stone throne adorned with classical motifs, the Sibyl subtly turns to listen or convey a divine revelation.
– His sharp and focused gaze evokes inner vision,
– His sacred book, held firmly in one hand, represents ancient knowledge,
– His muscular arms, his sculpted body, illustrate contained strength,
– The rich drapery of her clothes wraps around her in a controlled movement,
– The pastel and earthy tones create an atmosphere of balance and reflection.

Michelangelo treats this figure with the same anatomical care as his male characters, conferring upon it dignity and intellectual power.

A humanist work, between the pagan world and Christian truth

In the context of the Sistine Chapel ceiling, the Sibyls represent non-Christian spiritual intuition that converges towards Christian prophecy. The Sibyl of Delphi, figure of the most famous oracle of Antiquity, is here magnified by Michelangelo as a bridge between civilizations, a figure of universal wisdom.

She illustrates the humanist vision of the Renaissance: all forms of knowledge lead to divine truth.

Hand-painted reproduction – By Alpha Reproduction

An ancient and sacred figure, recreated with fidelity and grace

At Alpha Reproduction, the Sibylle de Delphes is hand-painted in oil on canvas, respecting the original proportions, light, and colors. Our artists reproduce with finesse:

• The piercing gaze of the sibyl,

• The dynamic and balanced posture,

• The perfectly sculpted body volumes,

• The details of the book, the throne, and the garment,

• The subtle harmony of shadows and lights.

📜 Certificate of authenticity provided
📐 Customizable formats – stretched or rolled canvas
🖼️ Available framing: classic gold frame, light wood or black museum style

An ideal work for a space of study, wisdom, or meditation

With its silent strength and universal message, the Sibylle de Delphes fits perfectly into a library, an intellectual lounge, a humanist art gallery, or a space for personal reflection.
It is also a profound gift, for those who love Antiquity, the Renaissance, and the connection between knowledge and faith.

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