The Mind of Leonardo Da Vinci
- ISBN-10
- 0486441423
- ISBN-13
- 9780486441429
- Category
- Art
- Pages
- 360
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2005
- Publisher
- Courier Corporation
- Author
- Edward McCurdy
Description
In this classic, engrossing text, a distinguished historian explores the mind and manifold interests of the great personality of the Renaissance. It traces the artist's travels, examines his manuscripts and their philosophical revelations, and assesses his art.nbsp;This book remains one of the best introductions to Leonardo and his extraordinary versatility. 16 black-and-white illustrations.
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