More quotes by Michelangelo

"I am a poor man and of little worth, who is laboring in that art that God has given me in order to extend my life as long as possible."
"Lord, grant that I may always desire more than I can accomplish."
"Trifles make perfection, and perfection is no trifle."
"Many believe - and I believe - that I have been designated for this work by God. In spite of my old age, I do not want to give it up; I work out of love for God and I put all my hope in Him."
"The true work of art is but a shadow of the divine perfection."