Delphi Complete Works of Leonardo da Vinci

by Peter Russell, Leonardo da Vinci (Illustrator)

This is the first volume of a new series of publications by Delphi Classics, the best-selling publisher of classical works. A first of its kind in digital print, the ‘Masters of Art’ series allows digital readers to explore the works of the world’s greatest artists in comprehensive detail. This volume presents the genius of Leonardo da Vinci, the world's greatest painter, in beautiful detail, with concise introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material.

Features:
* the complete paintings of Leonardo da Vinci
* includes previously lost works, with annotations
* concise introductions to the paintings and other works, giving valuable contextual information
* learn the secrets of the MONA LISA, the history of THE LAST SUPPER or the meaning behind THE VITRUVIAN MAN
* beautiful 'detail' images, allowing you to explore Leonardo's masterpieces as though in the gallery
* includes Leonardo’s drawings and his complete notebooks, with plates
* special criticism section, with essays by critics such as Sigmund Freud
* features two biographies on Leonardo's life, including Vasari's famous biography
* hundreds of images in stunning colour - highly recommended for Kindle Fire, iPhone, iPad or PC users, or as a valuable reference tool on traditional Kindles
* UPDATED with improved images and recently attributed works

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CONTENTS:

The Paintings
TOBIAS AND THE ANGEL
MADONNA OF THE POMEGRANATE
THE MADONNA OF THE CARNATION
THE BAPTISM OF CHRIST
THE ANNUNCIATION
THE BENOIS MADONNA
PORTRAIT OF GINEVRA DE’ BENCI
ST. JEROME IN THE WILDERNESS
THE ADORATION OF THE MAGI
THE VIRGIN OF THE ROCKS (LOUVRE)
THE VIRGIN OF THE ROCKS (NATIONAL GALLERY)
THE HEAD OF A WOMAN
LITTA MADONNA
LADY WITH AN ERMINE
PORTRAIT OF A MUSICIAN
LA BELLE FERRONNIÈRE
THE LAST SUPPER
THE MADONNA OF THE YARNWINDER
MONA LISA
THE VIRGIN AND CHILD WITH ST. ANNE
LEDA AND THE SWAN
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST
BACCHUS (ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST)
THE BATTLE OF ANGHIARI
SALVATOR MUNDI
PORTRAIT OF A LADY IN PROFILE
MADONNA AND CHILD WITH ST. JOSEPH

The Drawings
THE VITRUVIAN MAN
THE VIRGIN AND CHILD WITH ST. ANNE AND ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST
SELF-PORTRAIT
STUDY OF HORSES
OTHER DRAWINGS

The Notebooks
THE NOTEBOOKS OF LEONARDO DA VINCI
THOUGHTS ON ART AND LIFE

The Criticism
LEONARDO DA VINCI by Sigmund Freud
Extract from ‘THE RENAISSANCE’ by Walter Pater
Extract from ‘ESSAYS ON ART’ by A. Clutton-Brock

The Biographies
LIFE OF LEONARDO DA VINCI by Giorgio Vasari
LEONARDO DA VINCI by MAURICE W. BROCKWELL

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Genres: Art, History, Art History, Nonfiction, Biography

1926 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 7, 2014

About the author

Peter Russell M.A., D.C.S., is a British author of ten books and producer of three films on consciousness, spiritual awakening and their role in the future development of humanity. He has designed and taught personal development programs for businesses, and has remained a popular public speaker.

In 1965 he was awarded an Open Exhibition to Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge, to study Mathematics. In 1969, he gained a First Class Honours in Theoretical Physics and Experimental Psychology. He then went to Rishikesh, India, where he trained as a teacher of Transcendental Meditation under Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. In 1971, he gained a post-graduate degree in Computer Science. From 1971 to 1974, he studied for a Ph.D. on the psychophysiology of meditation at Bristol University.

Reviews

[Classic reverie · Rating 5 out of 5]

After looking through the first part of this Delphi Leonardo da Vinci's works, which basically were paintings by him or he had a part in some of the portrait, I decide to hold off on his notebook and other numerous biographies until I am ready to learn more of him.

"Leonardo was born on 15 April 1452 in the Tuscan hill town of Vinci, in the lower valley of the Arno river, then part of the Medici-ruled Republic of Florence. He was the out-of-wedlock son of the wealthy Florentine legal notary Messer Piero Fruosino di Antonio da Vinci and Caterina, a peasant girl."

Having heard about da Vinci since I was a kid and who does not know the "Mona Lisa", I was able to see more paintings and drawings which I found the drawings many times more enthralling to look at then the paintings. He was indeed a master artist and much more but I must admit Vermeer is still my favorite due to his objects seemed more real.
I am talking more about the background because Leonardo knew how to draw and paint humans. He has expert skill in his work but his mountain scenes and background seems unnatural in a way, that is the way I see it and I am sure many think I am foolish for this thought but be it what it may, it is how I see it.

I love the way he draws horses and many other drawings of females heads like Leda, which are so gracious and some quite solemn.

For those who want to delve into more of his notebook and biographies, this is perfect for you!💖

[Roberto Rigolin F Lopes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of fun read Leonardo’s studies specially his thoughts on light and perspective. Hey, even he would benefit from being born after Newton (reusing Dawkins words). I bet he would also be delighted to know that no one managed to decode his notebooks. This is a big book, even including the museums where his paints are these days; feeling like a da Vince expert!

[Ed · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent work that includes all the work of Da Vinci. I was impressed by the thoroughness of the content. Including all paintings with detailed perspectives, his notebooks, and several biographies on his life. Quite amazing.

[Don · Rating 4 out of 5]

A book filled with great information about a great artist!

Peter Bryant has given us a lot wonderful information on Leonardo da Vinci. I learned a lot about him that I didn't know.

[Rajesh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great collections of da vinci

Great collections of da Vinci..explain the artworks of Mastermind. Covered every event of Leonardo Da Vinci life and explained his scientific innovations