While, both sculptures share the same sculptor one plays on peoples’ pathos, and the other on peoples’ ethos. For Instance, the Pieta brings up a sense of empathy and sorrow, and the sculpture of David is more about pride and the showcasing of this period. To illustrate, the Pieta is located at St. Peter, in the Vatican, and the statue of David was meant for display for all too see. However, both pieces are of biblical characters and composed with the idea of perfection. In the statue of David, Michelangelo copied Hellenistic practices as well, with his use of current culture and individuals. I prefer the Pieta, because it shows his emotional side, and attention to detail with the robes and veins in his hands, but both show his talent and progression.
