Identify two (2) classical Greek and / or Roman figures or qualities in any work by Michelangelo or by Raphael.

“The Classical Tradition reborn” Please respond to the following, using sources under the Explore heading as the basis of your response:

Identify two (2) classical Greek and / or Roman figures or qualities in any work by Michelangelo or by Raphael.
Discuss the primary reasons why popes and other patrons might allow such trappings of ancient pagan culture within a Christian society, even in sacred contexts. Provide a rationale for your response.
Describe any modern structure or sculpture or work of art where you can identify either ancient pagan images or features, or a mix of elements from different cultures and periods.

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Michelangelo and Raphael: The Classical Tradition Reborn

Chapter 15 (pp. 494-5, 505-513), Stylistic features and imagery from ancient classical art and myth; review Week 4 Music Folder 2
Sistine Chapel tour at http://smarthistory.khanacademy.org/sistine-chapel-ceiling.html
Sistine Chapel information at http://www.wga.hu/frames-e.html?/html/m/michelan/3sistina/index.html
Sistine Chapel theory at http://karlzipser.com/michelangelo.html

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