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The Codex Hammer or Codex Leicester, 1508-12 (sepia ink on linen paper)
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The Codex Hammer or Codex Leicester, 1508-12 (sepia ink on linen paper)
CH376612 The Codex Hammer or Codex Leicester, 1508-12 (sepia ink on linen paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Codex Leicester (also briefly known as Codex Hammer) is a collection of famous scientific writings by Leonardo da Vinci. The Codex is named after Thomas Coke, later created Earl of Leicester, who purchased it in 1719); Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 23293458
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Diagram Experiment Inventing Inventor Notebook Script Written
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The Codex Hammer or Codex Leicester: A Glimpse into Leonardo da Vinci's Scientific Genius". This print showcases the renowned scientific writings of Leonardo da Vinci, known as The Codex Hammer or Codex Leicester. Created between 1508 and 1512, this masterpiece is a testament to da Vinci's insatiable curiosity and inventive mind. Rendered in sepia ink on linen paper, the intricate diagrams and meticulous handwriting within this codex offer a rare glimpse into the Renaissance polymath's groundbreaking ideas. From anatomy to astronomy, engineering to geology, da Vinci explored an astonishing range of scientific disciplines with unparalleled depth. Named after Thomas Coke, later Earl of Leicester, who acquired it in 1719, The Codex Leicester has become one of history's most treasured manuscripts. This remarkable artifact not only reveals da Vinci's genius but also serves as a testament to his enduring legacy. Through this photograph by Bridgeman Images, we are transported back in time to witness the brilliance captured within these pages. Each stroke of ink represents countless hours spent experimenting and documenting discoveries that would shape our understanding of science for centuries to come. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded that Leonardo da Vinci was not just an artist; he was a true visionary whose thirst for knowledge knew no bounds. His words and illustrations continue to inspire scientists and inventors today – forever immortalized within The Codex Hammer or Codex Leicester.
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