Carnets. Antiquité (adage 2228

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Carnets. Antiquité (adage 2228Translated from Italian by Louise SERVICEN. Text established by Edward MACCURDY. Embodying both the effervescence of the Renaissance and the archetype of universal genius, Leonardo da Vinci (1452 1519), a self taught artist, forged a humanist culture based on ancient and medieval knowledge, which he recomposed and from which he innovated. Beyond the exceptional career he enjoyed, thanks to his status as a court artist and engineer, he continues to