Leonardo da vinci
The objective of this essay is to provide an explanation of Leonardo da Vinci's life and work as an artist in context with his time spent in Milan. Following an initial introduction to Leonardo's formative years in Florence (and his apprenticeship to the sculptor and painter Andrea del Verrocchio, 1435-88), I will attempt to explain the significance of his presence in Milan with detailed descriptions of his work there. Giorgio Vasari (1511-74) was also an artist and architect, but is perhaps better known for his book on the lives of well known painters, sculptors and architects (published 1550; from Cimbue to his autobiography which was included in a revised edition): "Vasari's book offers his personal evaluation of the works of these artists, as well as discussions on the state of the arts. His easy, natural writing style helped to make his book one of the most enduring of art histories." His reflections on Leonardo's life include insight specifically relating to his unusual character and the intellectual merit of his life's work. Using this evidence I hope to provide valid observations on Leonardo's significance as a father of the High Renaissance. Leonardo (who was christened Lionardo, the name to which Vasari refer
"(His drawings were) made with great patience and knowledge, among which are heads of women, with graceful manner and hair arrangements that, because of their exceeding beauty, Lionardo da Vinci always imitated."
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