Description
“Leonardo da Vinci Drawings: Annotated Drawings” by Daniel Coenn belongs to the My Pocket Gallery series. This book compiles reproductions of Da Vinci’s remarkable sketches and notes. Leonardo (1452–1519) constantly recorded his ideas on paper. These drawings illustrate his many thoughts on painting and inventions. The volume gives readers a concise, annotated view of his diverse work.
Drawing Subjects
Leonardo explored a truly incredible range of subjects through drawing. He used a keen, engineer’s mind to study the world. For instance, his notebooks contain careful sketches of human anatomy. He also investigated the flight of birds and complex machines. Therefore, his drawings show his immense intellect and great curiosity.
His drawing interests included:
- Human Anatomy and the body’s mechanics.
- Engineering designs for war and water.
- Botany and the forms of plant life.
Techniques and Mirror Writing
His drawing styles varied widely. He used quick pen sketches to capture instant ideas. Conversely, he created highly finished drawings with red and black chalks. He often contrasted youth’s beauty with old age. Many of his drawings feature his famous mirror writing, adding a layer of mystery. This script reads from right to left.
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