Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) is one of the most exceptional artists in the history of art and a visionary genius who anticipated scientific discoveries centuries before they were made.
What will you find in this Taschen book?
This hardcover volume presents a comprehensive collection of Leonardo da Vinci's masterpieces, from his iconic paintings to his revolutionary scientific and anatomical studies.
Masterpieces included:
The Mona Lisa: The most famous painting in the world
The Last Supper: Masterpiece of the Italian Renaissance
Anatomical studies: Pioneering drawings of the human body
Inventions and machines: Visionary designs that anticipated the future
The Renaissance genius:
Leonardo understood that nature and science were connected. His fields of research encompassed philosophy, anatomy, geology, and mathematics, from the laws of optics and gravitation to the design of flying machines.
His paintings depict not only physical appearance, but also a captivating psychological depth that continues to attract millions of visitors to museums in Paris, Milan, Washington, London, and Rome.
Book specifications:
Publisher: Taschen
Format: Hardcover
Dimensions: 21 × 26 cm
Weight: 0.57 kg
Pages: 96
An essential book for lovers of Renaissance art, art history students, artists, and admirers of the genius of Leonardo da Vinci.
