Codice Atlantico

Codice Atlantico is a 12-volume manuscript collection of drawings and writings by Leonardo da Vinci, compiled between 1478 and 1519. It covers a wide range of topics including mechanics, weapons, plant studies, architecture, anatomy, and more.

The manuscript collection contains over 1,000 sketches and diagrams, many of which are highly detailed and complex. The works demonstrate da Vinci's algorithmic thinking as well as his unique approach to problem-solving.

Codice Atlantico derives its name from its size: each volume is roughly the size of a modern atlas. It is considered one of the most extensive collections of da Vinci's works and provides insight into his creative process and intellectual curiosity.

The Codice Atlantico is now housed in the Biblioteca Ambrosiana in Milan, Italy. In recent years, it has become increasingly accessible to researchers and the public through digitization efforts and exhibitions around the world.

The Codice Atlantico is a testament to da Vinci's unparalleled talents as both an artist and scientist, serving as a window into the mind of one of history's greatest minds.