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by Alessandro Vezzosi with the kind collaboration of Carlo Pedretti
The volume we dedicate to Leonardo is in itself a prestigious work of art, unique for the generous representation of his genius. This fascinating study is the supreme, most complete point of reference for discovering the life and exciting contributions to human development made by this great artist and researcher.
Confronted with the boundless horizon of the “Leonardo phenomenon” and the proliferation of misleading legends that confound genuinely new discoveries, this volume provides a general overview and interpretation of a pivotal figure in human history, concentrating on a rigorous search for truth and prodigy. An up-to-date synopsis that highlights his life and work, with meticulous attention to the most recent findings and scientific studies, including new documents for dating the Mona Lisa, and traces of many lost works.
Prestigious Format 31 x 40 – 416 pages – 800 pictures
An insert of 16 pages in parchment-paper
The work is set in an elegant slipcase
Limited edition: 1999 copies
The work is enhanced by a hand-numbered seri-lithographic print: Profilo Nuziale di Giovane Dama and two reproductions: La Gioconda scale 1:1 L’Ultima Cena scale 1:8
Published by Scripta Maneant
Main content page count: 416 Pages
ISBN: 9878895847054