The Life Of Leonardo Da Vinci (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162967134)

The Life of Leonardo da Vinci is a comprehensive biography of the famous Italian artist, inventor, and polymath, written by Giorgio Vasari. The book covers the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci from his birth in 1452 to his death in 1519. Vasari delves into Leonardo's childhood, his early artistic training, and his rise to prominence as a painter, sculptor, architect, and engineer. The book also explores Leonardo's personal life, including his relationships with his patrons and his fellow artists, as well as his interests in science, mathematics, and anatomy. Vasari's vivid descriptions of Leonardo's works, including the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper, provide insight into the artist's creative process and the cultural context of Renaissance Italy. The Life of Leonardo da Vinci is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and legacy of one of history's greatest minds.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Giorgio Vasari
ISBN-10: 1162967137
ISBN-13: 9781162967134
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 92
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.30lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.19d