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Study of a left hand, sanguine drawing on paper with a light yellow background by Leonardo da Vinci and preserved at the Royal Library of Windsor
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Study of a left hand, sanguine drawing on paper with a light yellow background by Leonardo da Vinci and preserved at the Royal Library of Windsor
Study of a left hand, sanguine drawing on paper with a light yellow background by Leonardo da Vinci and preserved at the Royal Library of Windsor. Drawing High Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:2001. Date of Artwork:1470-1519 ca.. Artist:Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519)
PDP-S-000007-299B
Media ID 33195061
© Alinari Archives, Florence
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This print showcases Leonardo da Vinci's "Study of a left hand" a sanguine drawing on paper with a light yellow background. Preserved at the Royal Library of Windsor, this artwork is an exquisite example of High Renaissance and Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods that dominated Europe during the first and second millenniums A. D. The photograph was taken in 2001, capturing every intricate detail of da Vinci's masterful depiction. Created between 1470-1519, this study reflects the immense talent and curiosity possessed by the legendary artist himself. Leonardo da Vinci, renowned for his multifaceted genius as a painter, sculptor, architect, engineer, and scientist, has left an indelible mark on art history. In this particular piece, he focuses his attention on the human hand—a subject that fascinated him throughout his career. The nude portrayal emphasizes each delicate finger and meticulously rendered fingernail. Through precise shading techniques using sanguine (a reddish-brown pigment), da Vinci brings depth to the image while maintaining an overall sense of harmony. The light yellow background adds warmth to the composition while subtly highlighting the hand as its central focus. This work exemplifies da Vinci's ability to capture not only physical accuracy but also convey emotion through artistic expression. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from Alinari's collection, we are transported back in time to witness one small fragment of Leonardo da Vinci's boundless creativity. It serves as a testament to his enduring legacy as one of history's greatest artists—an eternal source of inspiration for generations past and those yet to come.
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