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Leonardo da Vinci's renowned work, The Virgin of the Rocks, portrays the Virgin Mary and the infant Jesus, along with other figures. Which of the following works is not considered to be a version of this iconic composition?
Leonardo da Vinci's renowned work, The Virgin of the Rocks, portrays the Virgin Mary and the infant Jesus, along with other figures. Which of the following works is not considered to be a version of this iconic composition?
Which of Da Vinci's works utilizes the technique of sfumato, a gradual blending of colors that creates a hazy, ethereal effect, to achieve a sense of soft, atmospheric depth?
Which of Da Vinci's works utilizes the technique of sfumato, a gradual blending of colors that creates a hazy, ethereal effect, to achieve a sense of soft, atmospheric depth?
Identify the artwork which served as a model for the anatomical proportions of a human, and which is often cited as an example of Da Vinci's profound interest in human anatomy and the principles of classical architecture.
Identify the artwork which served as a model for the anatomical proportions of a human, and which is often cited as an example of Da Vinci's profound interest in human anatomy and the principles of classical architecture.
Which two pieces by Leonardo da Vinci were created as preparatory sketches for his monumental, lost fresco, Battle of Anghiari?
Which two pieces by Leonardo da Vinci were created as preparatory sketches for his monumental, lost fresco, Battle of Anghiari?
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Which of the following works by Leonardo da Vinci is considered to be an unfinished painting, possibly abandoned due to his evolving artistic vision or an inability to fully realize his creative intent?
Which of the following works by Leonardo da Vinci is considered to be an unfinished painting, possibly abandoned due to his evolving artistic vision or an inability to fully realize his creative intent?
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Leonardo da Vinci's La Gioconda (Mona Lisa) is celebrated for its enigmatic smile and the subtle play of light and shadow that gives the painting its depth and realism. Which other one of his paintings also features a similar, though perhaps less celebrated, enigmatic smile?
Leonardo da Vinci's La Gioconda (Mona Lisa) is celebrated for its enigmatic smile and the subtle play of light and shadow that gives the painting its depth and realism. Which other one of his paintings also features a similar, though perhaps less celebrated, enigmatic smile?
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Which piece by Leonardo da Vinci is considered to be his first major oeuvre in oil painting, showcasing a blend of realism and symbolic detail?
Which piece by Leonardo da Vinci is considered to be his first major oeuvre in oil painting, showcasing a blend of realism and symbolic detail?
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Which of these pieces highlights Leonardo da Vinci's passion for exploring the science of light and shadow, known as chiaroscuro, to create a sense of depth and volume within the artwork?
Which of these pieces highlights Leonardo da Vinci's passion for exploring the science of light and shadow, known as chiaroscuro, to create a sense of depth and volume within the artwork?
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Which of the following is considered to be the most significant work by Leonardo da Vinci in terms of its impact on later art history?
Which of the following is considered to be the most significant work by Leonardo da Vinci in terms of its impact on later art history?
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Flashcards
Drapery for a Seated Figure
Drapery for a Seated Figure
A 1470 artwork made with brush, gray and white on linen canvas, located in the Louvre, Paris.
Verrocchio's Baptism of Christ
Verrocchio's Baptism of Christ
A c. 1470 painting using tempera and oil on panel, displayed at the Uffizi, Florence.
Annunciation
Annunciation
A c. 1472-75 oil painting on panel found in the Uffizi, Florence, depicting the announcement to Mary.
Ginevra de' Benci
Ginevra de' Benci
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Madonna of the Carnation
Madonna of the Carnation
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The Virgin of the Rocks
The Virgin of the Rocks
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La Gioconda (Mona Lisa)
La Gioconda (Mona Lisa)
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Last Supper
Last Supper
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Saint John the Baptist (Bacchus)
Saint John the Baptist (Bacchus)
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Vitruvian Man
Vitruvian Man
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Study Notes
Leonardo da Vinci's Works (c. 1452-1519)
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Drapery for a Seated Figure (1470): Gray and white, linen canvas, Louvre, Paris. A study of drapery.
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Baptism of Christ (c. 1470): Tempera and oil on panel, Uffizi, Florence. An iconic collaborative work with Verrocchio.
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Annunciation (c. 1472-75): Oil on panel, Uffizi, Florence. Another significant religious painting.
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Ginevra de' Benci (c. 1474): Oil and tempera on panel, National Gallery, Washington DC. A portrait, showcasing Renaissance portraiture techniques.
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Study of Hands (1474): Drawing, HMQEII, Windsor. An illustration focused on hand details
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Madonna of the Carnation (c. 1476): Oil on panel, Alte Pinakothek, Munich. Depicting the Madonna and Child.
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Benois Madonna (c. 1478): Oil on canvas/transferred from panel, Hermitage, St. Petersburg. A Madonna and Child painting.
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Hanging of Bernardo Baroncelli (1479): Drawing, Bayonne, Musee, Bonnat. A historical drawing, documenting an event.
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Adoration of the Magi (c. 1481): Underpainting on panel, Uffizi, Florence. A complex religious scene.
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St. Jerome (c. 1482): Underpainting on panel, Vatican Museum, Rome. A significant religious figure.
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The Virgin of the Rocks (1483-1486): Panel, transferred to canvas, Louvre, Paris. A famous painting with two versions.
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Cecilia Gallerani (c. 1483-89): Oil on panel, Czartoryski Collection, Krakow. Portraits were a key part of Da Vinci's oeuvre, capturing realistic human likeness and emotion.
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The Virgin of the Rocks (1491-1508): Oil on panel, National Gallery, London. A second version of the Virgin of the Rocks
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Madonna and Child and St. Anne (Burlington) (c. 1499-1501): Charcoal cartoon, National Gallery, London. A preparatory drawing for a larger work.
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The Vitruvian Man (c. 1490): Pen and ink and watercolor on paper, Accademia, Venice. A renowned anatomical study.
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La Gioconda (Mona Lisa) (1503-1505): Oil on panel, Louvre, Paris. An extremely famous portrait.
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Battle of Anghiari (c. 1503-1505): Lost fresco, drawing by Rubens, Palazzo Vecchio, Florence. Remains famous for its lost state.
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Madonna and Child and St. Anne (c. 1508): Oil on panel, Louvre, Paris. Another version of his significant Madonna illustration
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Last Supper (1495-1498): Fresco/oil/tempera, Refectory of Santa Maria della Grazie, Milan. His masterpiece and one of the most famous works of art known.
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Saint John the Baptist (Bacchus) (c. 1513-1516): Oil on panel, Louvre, Paris. A religious and classical-styled painting
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Saint John the Baptist (c. 1513-1516): Oil on panel, Louvre, Paris. A second version of Saint John the Baptist.
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Test your knowledge of the masterpieces created by Leonardo da Vinci from 1452 to 1519. This quiz covers his notable works, techniques, and historical importance in the Renaissance art movement. Perfect for art enthusiasts and students alike!
