Science and Art - The Connection Between Leonardo’s Disciplines

Explore the fascinating journey of Leonardo da Vinci from artist to scientist in this 42-minute talk from The Aspen Institute. Discover how Leonardo's hands-on experience as a technician in Verrocchio's workshop provided him with mechanical models for studying the natural world. Examine the connection between anatomy and art, technology and science, as the speakers delve into Leonardo's transformation. Learn how his deep observations and practical knowledge of biological processes enabled him to understand the history of the earth, drawing parallels between the 'body of man' and the 'body of the earth.' Follow along as Walter Isaacson, Domenico Laurenza, and moderator Eric Motley discuss topics such as artistic anatomy, deep observations, practical knowledge, motion, and geology, highlighting the intricate relationship between art and science in Leonardo's work.