Event Brief
Vatican Removes Coating on Michelangelo’s Masterpiece
Filed: Feb 28, 2026 at 10:05 AM ET
Summary: The Vatican has removed a sweaty coating from Michelangelo’s ‘The Last Judgment’ due to climate change concerns.
WHO: Vatican
WHAT: removal of coating on artwork
WHEN: Feb 28, 2026 at 9:04 AM ET
WHERE: Vatican City
WHY: climate change impact
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