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 Leonardo Da Vinci (1452-1519) Leonardo Da Vinci was born in Vinci, Florence on April 15, 1452. He was the son of Piero Da Vinci and peasant woman, Caterina. Leonardo had many talents such as being a mathmetician, engineer, scientist, artist and much more He is mostly known by his famous painting, //The Mona Lisa .// He also painted, //The Last Supper .// Aside from his famous paintings he is also known for his inventions and his interest in anatomy. He was often compelled by new subjects that he left many of his paintings unfinished. He only completed about 6 works in 17 years. Leonardo's Rival was Michelangelo. He died on May 2,1519 in Cloux, France.

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