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Leonardo da Vinci, Master Draftsman
Leonardo  da Vinci accomplished much more in his lifetime than just painting the enigmatic smile of the Mona Lisa. To honor the artist, the Metropolitan Museum of Art designed an exhibit that showcases 140 of his drawings; 40 of these images are available online. This ultimate Renaissance man lived a long and productive life, yet was legendary for his inability to finish projects. He completed only 15 paintings, but his drawings number four times the body of work of even the most prolific draftsmen during his era. Even when he was alive, collectors sought these beautiful and technically precise drawings. For example, the Codex Leicester notebook illustrates Leonardo's skill as an engineer and his interest in science. For further detail on this master's life, a number of experts offer comments about Leonardo's works in the audio guide. (in Arts & Humanities > Artists) |
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