Leonardo da Vinci

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Italian Renaissance polymath (1452–1519) — painter, scientist, engineer and anatomist, author of works such as the Mona Lisa and studies in anatomy and engineering.

Born 15 April 1452 in Vinci, Italy; died 2 May 1519 in Amboise, France. Renowned Renaissance painter and polymath. Notable paintings include the Mona Lisa (Gioconda), The Last Supper, La Vergine delle Rocce and San Giovanni Battista. Known for studies in anatomy, optics, engineering and detailed notebooks.

Reviews praise Leonardo's technical mastery, especially his use of chiaroscuro and landscape atmosphere. Critics note recurring themes of nature, science, and mystery in his works. Some reviews discuss versions, attribution issues, and personal conjectures about the artist.