Leonardo Da Vinci: The 100 Milestones

Martin Kemp, a renowned da Vinci expert, explores 100 milestones of the master's art, science, engineering, architecture, anatomy, and more to commemorate the 500th anniversary of his death in 1519. This illustrated volume offers a fresh perspective on Leonardo's work, focusing on 100 key milestones across painting, anatomy, engineering, and sciences.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 07 April 2019
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Co Inc

To commemorate the 500th anniversary of the passing of the great Leonardo da Vinci, renowned da Vinci expert Martin Kemp delves into a comprehensive exploration of 100 significant milestones achieved by the master across art, science, engineering, architecture, anatomy, and various other fields. Leonardo da Vinci, born in the picturesque Tuscan town of Vinci in April 1452, has rightfully earned his place among the most celebrated figures in the annals of visual culture throughout history. As we approach the spring of 2019, which marks the 500th anniversary of his passing in May 1519, a wave of exhibitions and events is sweeping across Europe and the United States, paying tribute to the enduring legacy of this remarkable genius. In this lavishly illustrated volume, authored by Martin Kemp, one of the world's foremost authorities on da Vinci, readers are presented with a fresh and insightful perspective on the master's vast body of work. Kemp meticulously selects 100 pivotal, broadly chronological milestones that encompass a remarkable spectrum of topics spanning Leonardo's diverse domains of expertise. These milestones include his groundbreaking contributions to painting, where he achieved new heights of formal and emotional grandeur, exemplified by masterpieces such as The Last Supper and Portrait of Lisa del Giocondo (the "Mona Lisa"). His anatomical studies, renowned for their exquisite sense of form and function, include groundbreaking works like Studies of the Optics of the Human Eye and Ventricles of the Brain. Leonardo's engineering prowess is also on full display, with awe-inspiring marvels like Gearing for a Clockwork Mechanism, Wheels without Axles, and Designs for a Flying Machine. Additionally, Kemp highlights Leonardo's progressive engagement with a diverse range of sciences, including anatomy, optics, dynamics, statics, geology, and mathematics. This comprehensive examination of da Vinci's achievements provides a deeper understanding of his unparalleled intellect and the profound impact he left on the world of art, science, and innovation. As we commemorate the 500th anniversary of his remarkable life and legacy, this book serves as a valuable resource for enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone seeking to explore the boundless creativity and brilliance of Leonardo da Vinci.

Weight: 1426g
Dimension: 284 x 243 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781454930426