Fine Art Print : Hydraulic saw. Codex Atlanticus, sheet 1078, 1478-1480. Desi
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Hydraulic saw. Codex Atlanticus, sheet 1078, 1478-1480. Desi
Hydraulic saw. Mechanical saw works with hydraulic energy. Leonardo da Vinci drawing. Codex Atlanticus, sheet 1078, 1478-1480. Water as motive power is one of the basic principles of technology before, during, and after Leonardo Da VinciA?o?s age, up until fairly recent times. The Science and Technology Museum Leonardo da Vinci. Milan. Italy
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Atlanticus Codex Desing Draw Energy Engineering Hydraulic Invention Leonardesque Leonardo Mechanical Mechanics Milan Models Renaissance Technology Vinci 15th Cog Wheels
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the fascinating fusion of art and engineering with our Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite print showcases a captivating drawing by Leonardo da Vinci from the Codex Atlanticus, dating back to 1478-1480. The image depicts a hydraulic saw, a mechanical marvel of Leonardo's time that harnessed the power of hydraulic energy to saw through materials. Bring this historical innovation and Leonardo's genius into your home or office as a conversation starter and a testament to human ingenuity. Rights Managed through Mary Evans Prints Online.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.9cm x 42cm (18.9" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This image from the Codex Atlanticus, a collection of Leonardo da Vinci's notes and sketches, showcases his design for a hydraulic saw. Dating back to the late 15th century, this drawing illustrates Leonardo's innovative approach to harnessing the power of water to create mechanical wonders. The hydraulic saw, depicted on Codex Atlanticus sheet 1078, is a testament to Leonardo's engineering prowess. The design features interconnected cog wheels and a water pump, which would have been used to generate hydraulic pressure. This pressure would then be transmitted to the saw, enabling it to cut through various materials with ease. Water as a source of motive power was a fundamental principle of technology during Leonardo's time and continued to be so for centuries to come. Leonardo's drawing represents an essential piece of the historical puzzle, demonstrating the ingenuity and curiosity that characterized the European Renaissance. Today, this hydraulic saw design is on display at the Science and Technology Museum Leonardo da Vinci in Milan, Italy. It serves as a reminder of the foundational role that Leonardo and his contemporaries played in shaping the technological landscape of Europe and the modern world. The intricate details of the drawing reveal Leonardo's meticulous design process, showcasing his ability to envision complex systems and translate them into practical applications. The hydraulic saw, with its interconnected gears and water-driven mechanism, is a testament to Leonardo's genius and his enduring influence on the fields of engineering and technology.
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