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Leonardo da Vinci

Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) was an Italian polymath whose areas of interest included invention, painting, sculpting, architecture, science, music, mathematics, engineering, literature, anatomy, geology, astronomy, botany, writing, history, and cartography. He is widely considered one of the most diversely talented individuals ever to have lived. Leonardo is renowned for his masterpieces such as "Mona Lisa" and "The Last Supper," as well as his numerous contributions to various fields of knowledge.

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1452 — 2017

  1. 1452

    Birth of Leonardo da Vinci

    Leonardo da Vinci was born on April 15, 1452, in Vinci, Italy. He was the illegitimate son of Ser Piero, a notary, and a peasant woman named Caterina.
  2. 1466

    Apprenticeship with Andrea del Verrocchio

    At the age of 14, Leonardo da Vinci began an apprenticeship with the renowned artist Andrea del Verrocchio in Florence. Here, he learned various artistic skills and techniques.
  3. 1472

    Membership in the Guild of St. Luke

    Leonardo da Vinci was accepted into the Guild of St. Luke, a professional association of artists and doctors of medicine in Florence, which marked the beginning of his professional career as an artist.
  4. 1478

    First Independent Commission

    Leonardo received his first independent commission to paint an altarpiece for the Chapel of St. Bernard in the Palazzo Vecchio, Florence.
  5. 1482

    Move to Milan

    Leonardo da Vinci moved to Milan to work for Ludovico Sforza, the Duke of Milan. He was employed as a painter and engineer.
  6. 1495

    The Last Supper

    Leonardo began work on "The Last Supper," a mural painting located in the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan. It was completed in 1498 and is one of his most famous works.
  7. 1500

    Return to Florence

    After the fall of Ludovico Sforza, Leonardo returned to Florence, where he continued his work as an artist and engineer.
  8. 1503

    Mona Lisa

    Leonardo da Vinci began painting the "Mona Lisa," which would become one of the most famous and iconic portraits in the history of art. The painting was completed around 1506.
  9. 1506

    Second Milanese Period

    Leonardo returned to Milan, where he worked for the French rulers who had taken control of the city. He continued his work in engineering, anatomy, and painting.
  10. 1513

    Move to Rome

    Leonardo moved to Rome, where he worked under the patronage of Giuliano de' Medici. During this period, he focused on scientific studies and engineering projects.
  11. 1516

    Move to France

    Leonardo da Vinci moved to France at the invitation of King Francis I. He spent his final years at the Château du Clos Lucé near Amboise, where he continued his work and studies.
  12. 1519

    Death of Leonardo da Vinci

    Leonardo da Vinci died on May 2, 1519, in Amboise, France. He was buried in the Chapel of Saint-Hubert in the castle of Amboise.
  13. 1651

    Publication of Leonardo's Notebooks

    Leonardo's notebooks, which contained his scientific and artistic studies, were published posthumously, revealing his extensive contributions to various fields of knowledge.
  14. 1797

    Mona Lisa Moved to the Louvre

    The "Mona Lisa" was moved to the Louvre Museum in Paris, where it remains one of the most visited and celebrated artworks in the world.
  15. 2017

    Salvator Mundi Auction

    "Salvator Mundi," a painting attributed to Leonardo da Vinci, was sold at auction for $450.3 million, setting a record for the most expensive painting ever sold.

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