Leonardo da Vinci died 500 years ago today at the age of 67. The painting, which some scholars say is not entirely Leonardo's work, has been making headlines ever since. His full birth name was Leonardo di ser Piero da Vinci, which means "Leonardo, son of Piero, from Vinci," which is generally shortened to just Leonardo da Vinci. Leonardo's Vitruvian ManIn London, visitors will be able to see over 200 original drawings at the "Leonardo da Vinci: Life in drawing" exhibition, which opens at Buckingham Palace on May 24. The uncertainty that surrounds so many aspects of Leonardo's life and work has undoubtedly fueled the world's fascination with the Renaissance master.

Source: CNN May 02, 2019 02:37 UTC