Metal 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
20"x16" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Discover the power of innovation with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring Leonardo da Vinci's design of a Hydraulic Saw from the Codex Atlanticus, dated 1478-1480. This captivating print showcases the intricacies of da Vinci's mechanical masterpiece, which harnesses hydraulic energy to cut through various materials. Bring a piece of history into your space with this unique and thought-provoking art piece. Designed and licensed from Mary Evans Prints Online, this print is a must-have for any art enthusiast or industrial history aficionado.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
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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