Leonardo Da Vinci, Atlantic Codex (Codex Atlanticus), 18
SKU: 192290
Leonardo Da Vinci, Atlantic Codex (Codex Atlanticus), 18
The Atlantic Codex, also known as the Codex Atlanticus, is a collection of writings and drawings by the famous Italian artist, inventor, and scientist Leonardo da Vinci. It is housed in the Biblioteca Ambrosiana in Milan, Italy, and it consists of 12 bound volumes containing over 1,100 pages of notes, sketches, and drawings.
The Codex Atlanticus covers a wide range of topics, including mechanics, geometry, astronomy, botany, and the human body. The writings and drawings in the Codex represent Leonardo da Vinci's lifelong pursuit of knowledge and understanding, and they are a testament to his insatiable curiosity and creative genius.
Some of the most famous drawings in the Codex Atlanticus include detailed anatomical sketches of the human body, intricate designs for flying machines, and plans for military fortifications and weapons. The Codex also contains numerous pages of notes and drawings on the subject of optics and light, which demonstrate da Vinci's deep interest in the science of vision and perception.
The Codex Atlanticus is considered one of the most important and valuable works of the Italian Renaissance, and it is studied and admired by scholars and artists all over the world. It is a remarkable document that offers insights into the mind and work of one of the most innovative and influential figures in the history of art and science.
Materials
Materials
Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.
- The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
- The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
- The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Dispatching time: 1-2 days.
* AirMail option: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.
* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.
* UPS express: : The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.
Framing tips
Framing tips
Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.
The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.
If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).
If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.
The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.
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