Leonora/Leonardo VI
Acrylic and polymer on canvas
70x50cm
2024
In 1490, Leonardo da Vinci delved into the architect Vitruvius' theory on human movement within circles and squares, blending the human form with geometry.
He used male models and cadavers to study and highlight the “ideal body”, emphasizing perfect proportions akin to human anatomy. This exploration, rooted in the belief that "man is the measure of all things" as the philosopher Protagoras said.
This belief impacted the understanding of the female body, historically overshadowed by the male perspective.
This series challenges the traditional focus on the Vitruvian man, now exploring anatomy through abstract, expressive strokes with a queer approach.
Imagine if Vitruvius had been a woman and Leonardo had been Leonora – how would this have shaped our world?
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