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Leonardo da Vinci
Leonardo da Vinci and the Mona Lisa
Toward the end of his life, Leonardo da Vinci finally finds the perfect patron – the King of France – and leaves leaving Italy for the first time. He stages spectacles, teaches, and continues to draw since painting becomes difficult. When giving a tour of his studio, Leonardo proudly shows his manuscripts and several unfinished paintings, including the culmination of all his work: The Mona Lisa.
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Leonardo conducts scientific experiments and paints the most famous portrait on earth.
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Leonardo trains as an artist and eventually paints a masterpiece: The Last Supper.