The preservation controversy that developed over the years relating to Michelangelo's paintings in the Sistine Chapel primarily revolves around the fact that well-meaning conservators actually damaged the works. This controversy emerged particularly after the extensive restoration efforts in the late 20th century, which sought to clean the paintings but led to debates about the methods used and whether they altered Michelangelo's original intentions.
Question What “preservation controversy” developed over the years relating to Michelangelo’s paintings in the Sistine Chapel? (1 point) Responses Michelangelo wanted to paint something other than Biblical scenes. Michelangelo wanted to paint something other than Biblical scenes. No one could see the works because the chapel was off limits to visitors. No one could see the works because the chapel was off limits to visitors. Too much sunlight on the chapel ceiling faded the paintings. Too much sunlight on the chapel ceiling faded the paintings. Well-meaning conservators actually damaged the works.
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