Vitruvian Man

The Vitruvian Man is a famous drawing by Leonardo da Vinci, created around 1490. It depicts a nude male figure in two superimposed positions, showing how the human body can fit within both a circle and a square. Inspired by the ancient Roman architect Vitruvius, the drawing illustrates the ideal proportions of the human body, emphasizing harmony and symmetry. This work combines art and science, reflecting Renaissance ideals of humanism, where the human form is celebrated as a measure of beauty and a key to understanding the cosmos. It symbolizes the unity of art and anatomy.