The iconic Vitruvian Man ( L'uomo vitruviano ) with a portrait of the Italian Renaissance artist and scientist Leonardo da Vinci ( 1452 – 1519). It dates from the late 15th century and is said to be inspired by the writings of the ancient Roman architect Vitruvius, (born circa 80 BC) - The naked man is depicted in two superimposed positions with splayed arms and legs apart within a circle and square to indicate ideal proportions of the body as seen by Da Vinci. - L'iconico uomo vitruviano del 15 ° secolo con un ritratto dell'artista e scienziato Leonardo da Vinci (1452 – 1519)

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