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1452
Italian Renaissance artist, Leonardo da vinci, born in Vinci (April 15).
1467
Leonardo moves to Florence and becomes apprentice in Verrocchio's art studio.
1469
Takeover of Florence by Lorenzo and Giuliano de' Medici, great patrons of the arts.
1472
Leonardo becomes a member of the Florence painters' guild.
1473
Leonardo draws a landscape on the Feast of Santa Maria delle Neve (earliest work).
1475
Italian Renaissance artist, Michelangelo, born.
1476
Leonardo charged with immorality (sodomy) (April 9); case dismissed (June 16).
1477
Leonardo painted the Annunciation to the Virgin.
1478
Leonardo writes in his notebooks that he has begun work on two paintings, "two Virgin Marys." He also paints the Portrait of Ginevra de Benci around this time; Pazzi conspiracy in which Giuliano de' Medici dies.
1481
Leonardo commissioned to paint the Adoration of the Magi;painting never completed; most prominent Florentine artists summoned to Rome by Pope except for Leonardo.
1482
Leonardo publishes detailed sketches of the human body.
1483
Leonardo moves to Milan to join court of Ludovico Sforza, Duke of Milan; paints Madonna of the Rocks; begins work on Sforza's Great Bronze Horse. Italian Renaissance artist Raphael born.
1485
Italian Renaissance artist Titian born; plague in Milan.
1489
Leonardo studies anatomy.
1490
Leonardo starts work on the Great Bronze Horse sculpture for Sforza. Leonardo begins a book on landscape and hydraulic works; it is never finished.Adopts Salai.
1492
Columbus discovers New World; Lorenzo de' Medici dies.
1495
Leonardo begins his fresco painting, The Last Supper, in the convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, Milan.
1498
Leonardo decorates the walls and ceiling of the Sala delle Asse.
1499
Milan conquered by French army; Leonardo da Vinci leaves.
1500
Leonardo goes to Mantua where he draws the portrait of Isabelle d'Este; then on to Florence where he paints the Madonna and Child with Saint Anne.
1502
Leonardo becomes Cesare Borgia's militaryengineer.
1503
Leonardo begins painting the Battle of Anghiari in Florence.
1504
Leonardo's father dies (July 9).
1505
Leonardo completes painting of Mona Lisa; abandons painting of Battle of Anghiari due to deterioration.
1506Charles d'Amboise, the French ambassador, summons Leonardo to Milan.
1507Louis XII appoints Leonardo court painter and engineer. Leonardo paints second version of the Madonna of the Rocks. Leonardo meets young friend and assistant, Melzi, and travels to Florence for a family lawsuit against his brothers over an inheritance.
1508
Michelangelo begins work on Sistine Chapel ceiling.
1511Birth of Giorgio Vasari, one of Leonardo's biographers.
1512Medici return to power in Florence.
1513Leonardo moves to Rome where he studies the properties of mirrors. Medici Leo X became pope.
1515Leonardo paints St John the Baptist; creates mechanical lion for King Francis I coronation.
1516Leonardo joins the court of Francis I in Amboise, France, leaving behind Italy permanently.
1519Death of Leonardo da Vinci in Cloux, France
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Did society or politics affect Leonardo da Vinci?
Almost certainly. If he had lived somewhere else, he may not have been taught as well as he was, and he may not have been inspired to produce some of the same inventions and artwork.
What are some paintings by Leonardo da Vinci other than the 'Mona Lisa'?
Following is the list of some famous paintings by Leonardo Da Vinci other than the 'Mona Lisa:Baptism of ChristSt. Jerome in the WildernessAdoration of the MagiVirgin of the RocksThe Last Supper
Which galleries contain paintings by Leonardo da Vinci?
Leonardo da Vinci was one of the most famous artists of all time. He was famous for painting the ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. Some of his art can be found in the National Gallery of Art. His most famous piece, The Mona Lisa, hangs in the Louvre in France.
Why did Leonardo da Vinci become a genius?
Some people are, some are not. There is no WHY or BECAUSE.
Who are some artists like Michelangelo?
Leonardo da Vinci and Raphael.
What are some famous people in lombardia?
Leonardo da Vinci
What are some famous painters that begin with the letter L?
Leonardo da Vinci
A famous Italian artist?
A famous Italian artist is Leonardo Vinci.
Who were some of the most famous mathematicians of the renaissance?
there are many but the most famous one is leonardo da vinci
Who are some famous muralists?
Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo. Raphael, DIego Rivera.
What are some of Leonardo da Vinci's most famous quotes about art and creativity?
Some of Leonardo da Vinci's most famous quotes about art and creativity include "Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication" and "Art is never finished, only abandoned."
Who are some of the famous artists from Italy?
Some famous artists from Italy include Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Caravaggio.
Did society or politics affect Leonardo da Vinci?
Almost certainly. If he had lived somewhere else, he may not have been taught as well as he was, and he may not have been inspired to produce some of the same inventions and artwork.
Are there any important famous artists?
Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael. Or did you want some of today?
Who are some famous mural artists?
Some famous artists are Pablo Picasso, Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, Leonardo Da Vinci ..............etc.
Who are some famous artrist like Leonardo da Vinci?
I do not know that is a very hard one that needs research!! ;)
What are some paintings by Leonardo da Vinci other than the 'Mona Lisa'?
Following is the list of some famous paintings by Leonardo Da Vinci other than the 'Mona Lisa:Baptism of ChristSt. Jerome in the WildernessAdoration of the MagiVirgin of the RocksThe Last Supper
