Leonardo da Vinci

Leonardo (at left) was a key figure in the Renaissance. In lecture we discussed his use of perspective, blending and naturalism in such works as (from left to right)"The Last Supper," "Mona Lisa," and sketchbook. The BBC documentary clip points out the central importance of patronage in the Italian Renaissance. The clip below is about the artist's curiosity and interest in "naturalism." And again, the central role of patronage. . . . And finally, the rivalry of the Reanaissance artists we referenced in lecture . . . .