The illegitimate son of a 25-year-old notary, Ser Piero, and a peasant girl, Caterina, Leonardo was born on April 15(today), 1452, in Vinci, Italy, just outside Florence.
From 1485 to 1490, Leonardo produced a studies on loads of subjects, including nature, geometry, mechanics, flying machines, municipal construction, canals and architecture.
Between 1490 and 1495 he developed his habit of recording his studies in thoroughly illustrated notebooks. His work covered four main themes: painting, the elements of mechanics, architecture, and human anatomy.
About 1503, Leonardo reportedly began job on the "Mona Lisa." On July 9, 1504, he established notice of the death of his father, Ser Piero. From 1513 to 1516, he worked in Rome, maintaining a workshop and undertaking a range of projects for the Pope.
Leonardo da vinci died on May 2, 1519 at Cloux, France. Legend has it that King Francis was at his side when he died, cradling Leonardo da vinci's head in his arms.
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