Foot anatomy by Leonardo da Vinci

Foot anatomy by Leonardo da Vinci. Historicalartwork and notes on the anatomy of the bones ofthe human foot, by the Italian artist andscientist Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519). Theartworks show the foot from underneath, bothsides, and above. The articulation of the legbones with the foot bones is shown, and the lowerleg (upper right) and shoulder (upper centre) arealso shown. Da Vinci is the first person known tohave made detailed studies of anatomy and theproportions of the human body. The notes are anexample of his mirror writing, where he wrotebackwards, from right to left. The writing can beread normally if viewed in a mirror.. Stunning Photo Gifts From Science Photo Library

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