Arcturus The Genius of Leonardo da Vinci (Arcturus Silkbound Classics)

The unparalleled genius of Leonardo da Vinci is explored in this beautifully presented box set containing gold-embossed, clothbound volumes. The renaissance polymath Leonardo da Vinci is a figure whose talents invite intrigue. These richly illustrated hardbacks dive deep into his life, art and personal writings. Together they offer fascinating insight into his influences, intellect and artistry, accompanied by full-color examples of his artwork. Leonardo, Michelangelo & Raphael is adapted from Giorgio Vasari's Lives of the Painters, Sculptors and Architects (1568). It focuses on the life of Leonardo da Vinci with a combination of biographical anecdote and critical scrutiny. Described as the 'first important book in art history', this 16th century classic remains a vivid and informative guide to the Leonardo da Vinci and Renaissance cultural life. The Notebooks of Leonardo da Vinci is richly illustrated with more than 50 facsimile images from his notebooks and several of his most famous works of art, including The Last Supper and the Mona Lisa. These extracts cover topics as varied as painting, anatomy, the nature of flight, the scientific method, and the practical concerns of engineering. Leonardo da Vinci: Renaissance Master presents a vast range of Leonardo's drawings that are testament to his accurate eye and unfailing hand. Artist and educator Barrington Barber explores why Leonardo believed the eye was the perfect instrument for absorbing the laws of nature and how readers can learn from his talents. This deluxe box set provides a wonderful insight into Leonardo da Vinci's life and work, perfect for anyone wishing to unlock the mysteries of his genius.