Leonardo. The Complete Paintings and Drawings
Hardcover, 8.3 x 10.2 in., 7.12 lb, 704 pages
US$ 60
For the 500th anniversary of the death of Leonardo da Vinci, this updated edition of our XL title provides the most comprehensive survey of the life and work of the master painter, sculptor, architect, and inventor. The catalogue raisonné of paintings covers both surviving and lost works, while full-bleed details allow us to inspect even the subtlest brushstrokes that came to revolutionize art history.
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Da Vinci in Detail
The life and work of the ultimate Renaissance artist
Unmatched in his ingenuity, technical prowess, and curiosity, Leonardo da Vinci (1452–1519) epitomizes the humanistic ideal of the Renaissance man: a peerless master of painting, sculpture, cartography, anatomy, architecture—and more. Simultaneously captivating art historians, collectors, and the millions who flock yearly to admire his works, Leonardo’s appeal is as diffuse as were his preoccupations. His images permeate nearly every facet of Western culture—The Vitruvian Man is engraved into millions of Euro coins, The Last Supper is considered the single most reproduced religious painting in history, and the Mona Lisa has entranced countless artists and observers for centuries.On the occasion of the 500th anniversary of his death, this updated edition of our XL title is an unrivaled survey of Leonardo’s life and work, including a catalogue raisonné encompassing both his surviving and lost paintings. Through stunning full-bleed details, we experience every measured brushstroke, each a testament to Leonardo’s masterful ability.
An expansive catalog of nearly 700 of Leonardo’s drawings further illuminates the breadth of his pursuits. From diagrams of intricately engineered machines to portraits of plump infants, they stand reflective of his boundless and visionary technical imagination, balanced with a subtle and perceptive hand, capable of rendering quotidian moments with moving emotional timbre.
Also included is a new foreword by Frank Zöllner, expanded exclusively for this special edition, which dissects the latest scientific developments on Leonardo’s work and the story behind the haunting Salvator Mundi, which recently fetched a record-breaking $ 450 million at auction.
Leonardo. The Complete Paintings and Drawings
Hardcover, 8.3 x 10.2 in., 7.12 lb, 704 pages
ISBN 978-3-8365-7625-3
Edition: English
Edition: English
ISBN 978-3-8365-7628-4
Edition: French
Edition: French
Customer reviews (8)
Gorgeous book
Richard, October 29, 2021
Very pleased to have this on the shelf.
Magnificent!
Heather, October 28, 2021
I ordered this book for my son for his birthday. We could not be more impressed and overwhelmed by the amazing quality of the book. It’s a compilation of Leonardo’s famous paintings and drawings. It sure is a conversation piece. He has laid it out on his living room table and looks quite aesthetic along with his furniture. My son has always loved Leonardo’s artwork and is sure to derive constant artistic creation and inspiration using this TASCHEN book in the years to come. Beautiful!
Magnifique
Eva, October 27, 2021
Très beau livre. C'est assez stupéfiant de trouver un ouvrage pareil à ce prix.
Great collection of photos!
Zach, October 27, 2021
Just what I was looking for
A Genius
Armando, October 27, 2021
No words. A fully immersion
Fantástico
Alejandro, December 17, 2021
Gran acercamiento a los trabajos de uno de los mayores genios de la historia. La calidad de la sección de grabados transmite la sensación de estar viendo la obra original.
Toller Zustand und Inhalt
Nils, October 29, 2021
Das Buch ist sehr gut gedruckt und macht durch einen schönen Umschlag und teils goldene Seiten einen sehr edlen Eindruck.
Das Buch an sich gibt einen tollen Überblick über das Gesamtwerk Leonardos und geht nicht bloß auf die Malerei ein. In einzelnen Lebensstationen Leonardos werden Werk und Biographie gut aufgeschlüsselt.
Das Buch an sich gibt einen tollen Überblick über das Gesamtwerk Leonardos und geht nicht bloß auf die Malerei ein. In einzelnen Lebensstationen Leonardos werden Werk und Biographie gut aufgeschlüsselt.
Leonardo. Obra pictórica completa y obra gráfica
Miguel Ángel, October 27, 2021
Excelente obra para los amantes de la historia y el arte. Taschen nunca defrauda!