40 Well-Known Moments Shown From a Different Perspective

One of the most famous sculptures in existence is undoubtedly Michelangelo’s David. He created his masterpiece between 1501 and 1504, at the height of the Italian Renaissance. This statue remains so well-known and studied to this day because of its flawless beauty and magnitude—it towers over 5 meters!

So, during World War II, many people were worried about the fate of classic art pieces if their buildings should be bombed. Since so much valuable treasure was being destroyed, they encased David in a protective tomb of bricks. Whether this fortress was ever tested is unknown, but at least they did manage to save him for future generations to admire.