Leonardo da Vinci was born in Vinci, Italy in 1452 and apprenticed under the artist Andrea del Verrocchio. He became a master painter and worked for various Italian nobles, producing famous works like The Last Supper and Mona Lisa. In addition to being an artist, Leonardo was also an inventor, scientist, engineer and architect. He made many scientific observations and sketches of inventions well ahead of their time. Leonardo da Vinci died in France in 1519, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most versatile geniuses of the Renaissance era.

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2. Leonardo's LifeLeonardo was born in Vinci Italy, on April 15, 1452.

3. His father was Ser Piero and his mother was Caterina.

4. He was educated very well in his youth and was finally apprenticed to Andrea del Verrocchio in 1466, who was a painter and sculptor

5. In 1478 Leonardo became a master in art.

6. In year following, Leonardo was able to paint many different portraits.

7. In 1482, Leonardo began to work for the duke of Milan, Ludovico Sforza.Leonardo’s LifeWhile working for the duke, Leonardo served and chief engineer in the duke’s military and he also did architectural work.

8. While in Milan, Leonardo acquired many apprentices and began many paintings, including The Virgin of the Rocks.

9. He worked on this one masterpiece from 1495 to 1497.

10. There in Milan, he also painted The Last Supper.

11. By 1502, Leonardo was now working for the duke of Ramigana, Cesare Borgia, and in his service, Leonardo help construct the fortress of central Italy.The Virgin of the Rocks, painted from 1495 to 1497.

12. Leonardo’s LifeBy 1502, Leonardo was now working for the duke of Ramigana, Cesare Borgia, and in his service, Leonardo help construct the fortress of central Italy.