Leonardo da Vinci is the Italian master who painted the Last Supper and the Mona Lisa, world famous images that have become part of contemporary Western iconography. This special volume tells the story of this extraordinary artist's life work. Detailed timelines throughout the book place da Vinci's biography and his major works into historical context. Vivid reproductions and insightful critiques add immeasurably to one's appreciation of each work. This is a delightful little book that captures the work of a great artist.