Mirror Writing Collection (page 2)

Studies for stables, Folio 39r, from Paris Manuscript B 2173
XJF308756 Studies for stables, Folio 39r, from Paris Manuscript B 2173, 1487-90 (pen & ink on paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Bibliotheque de l Institut de France, Paris, France; Italian

Detail of a Centralised church, c. 1488 (pen & ink and wash over black chalk)
XJF308752 Detail of a Centralised church, c.1488 (pen & ink and wash over black chalk) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Institut de France, Paris, France; (add.info.: detail of 308751; ); Italian

Paris Manuscript E, fol. 53v and 54r: Sketch depicting the flight of birds
BIF267171 Paris Manuscript E, fol. 53v and 54r: Sketch depicting the flight of birds, 1513-14 (pen and ink on paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Bibliotheque de l Institut de France, Paris

Staircase, fol. 15v, and Architectural sketch for an Ideal City, fol
BIF137909 Staircase, fol. 15v, and Architectural sketch for an Ideal City, fol. 16r, from Paris Manuscript B, 1488-90 (pen & ink on paper) by Vinci

A page from the Codex Forster, 1480s-1494 (pen & ink on paper)
XJF308782 A page from the Codex Forster, 1480s-1494 (pen & ink on paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Italian, out of copyright

Fol. 34r from Manuscript E, 1513-14 (pen & ink on paper)
XJF308768 Fol. 34r from Manuscript E, 1513-14 (pen & ink on paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Bibliotheque de l Institut de France, Paris, France; Italian, out of copyright

Weapons and shields, c. 1487-88 (metalpoint with pen & ink on paper)
XJF308747 Weapons and shields, c.1487-88 (metalpoint with pen & ink on paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Louvre, Paris, France; Italian, out of copyright

Scientific diagrams, from the Codex Leicester
XBP340125 Scientific diagrams, from the Codex Leicester, 1508-12 (sepia ink on linen paper) (detail of 227790) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519)

Notes on the Changes of Direction in Flight, manuscript page from Codici Rari III 35
BAT377181 Notes on the Changes of Direction in Flight, manuscript page from Codici Rari III 35.2, fol. 10v from Treatise on the Flight of Birds, 1505 (pen and ink on paper) by Vinci

A page from the Codex Leicester, 1508-12 (sepia ink on linen paper)
XBP341803 A page from the Codex Leicester, 1508-12 (sepia ink on linen paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Private Collection; Photo eBoltin Picture Library; Italian, out of copyright

A page from the Codex Leicester, 1508-12 (sepia ink on linen paper)
XBP341801 A page from the Codex Leicester, 1508-12 (sepia ink on linen paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Private Collection; Photo eBoltin Picture Library; Italian, out of copyright

Bone Structure of the Human Neck and Shoulder, facsimile copy (pen & ink on paper)
CHT231133 Bone Structure of the Human Neck and Shoulder, facsimile copy (pen & ink on paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Studies of military tank-like machines; including one at the top with horses pulling a
XJF311683 Studies of military tank-like machines; including one at the top with horses pulling a contraption with revolving scythes, c.1485 (pen & ink and brown wash on paper) by Vinci

Machinery designs, fol. 399v-b (pen and ink on paper)
XJF311641 Machinery designs, fol. 399v-b (pen and ink on paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Private Collection; Italian, out of copyright

MS B fol. 88v Testing the load tolerance of a wing, 1487-90 (pen and ink on paper)
BIF212892 MS B fol.88v Testing the load tolerance of a wing, 1487-90 (pen and ink on paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Bibliotheque de l Institut de France, Paris

Study of the Wooden Framework with Casting Mould for the Sforza Horse, fol
XJL186977 Study of the Wooden Framework with Casting Mould for the Sforza Horse, fol. 154v from the Codex Madrid II, c.1491-93 (pen & brown ink on paper) by Vinci

Torso of a Man in Profile, the Head Squared for Proportion, and Sketches of Two Horsemen
FTB165450 Torso of a Man in Profile, the Head Squared for Proportion, and Sketches of Two Horsemen, c.1490 and c.1504 (pen & ink and red chalk over metalpoint on paper by Vinci)

Self-portrait Jabes Heenck Bust left painter Jabes Heenck
Self-portrait of Jabes Heenck, Bust to the left of the painter Jabes Heenck. In the upper left corner in mirror writing: aetatits 19, youth, adolescent, Jabes Heenck

Fol. 145v-a, page from Da Vincis notebook (pen & ink on paper)
XJF311685 Fol.145v-a, page from Da Vincis notebook (pen & ink on paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); British Museum, London, UK; Italian, out of copyright

Fol. 145v-b, page from Da Vincis notebook (pen & ink on paper)
XJF311686 Fol.145v-b, page from Da Vincis notebook (pen & ink on paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); British Museum, London, UK; Italian, out of copyright

Vertically standing bird s-winged flying machine, fol. 80r from Paris Manuscript B
XJF311681 Vertically standing bird s-winged flying machine, fol. 80r from Paris Manuscript B, 1488-90 (pen and ink on paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Bibliotheque de l Institut de France

Studies (pen and ink on paper)
XJF311644 Studies (pen and ink on paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Studies of Violas (Viola odorata and Viola canina), fol. 14r from Manuscript B, c
XJF311632 Studies of Violas (Viola odorata and Viola canina), fol. 14r from Manuscript B, c.1487-90 (pen and ink on paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Bibliotheque de l Institut de France

Study with Shields for Foot Soldiers and an Exploding Bomb, c
XJF311636 Study with Shields for Foot Soldiers and an Exploding Bomb, c.1485-88 (pen and ink on paper) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Ecole Nationale Superieure des Beaux-Arts, Paris

Musicerende children and two pivotal studies, Marie Lambertine Coclers, 1776 - 1815

Drawing of the Ironwork Casting Mould for the Head of the Sforza Horse, Fol. 57 (recto)
XIR157774 Drawing of the Ironwork Casting Mould for the Head of the Sforza Horse, Fol. 57 (recto), from the Codex Madrid I, c.1491-93 (pen & brown ink on paper) by Vinci

Beggar with a dog, Adriaen van Waspick, 1639

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"Unlocking the Secrets of Mirror Writing: A Journey through Leonardo da Vinci's Manuscripts" Leonardo da Vinci, renowned for his artistic genius, also left behind a treasure trove of scientific and anatomical studies. Among these remarkable works are his mirror writings, which have fascinated scholars for centuries. One such example is "Skull Anatomy, " where da Vinci meticulously dissected and sketched the intricacies of the human skull. His mirror writing technique adds an element of mystery to these drawings, as if inviting us to delve deeper into his mind. In another masterpiece called "Drawing of Human Venous System, " da Vinci explores the complex network of veins in our bodies. The mirrored text challenges us to decipher its meaning and appreciate the depth of his knowledge. Moving beyond anatomy, we encounter sketches like "Studies of an Air Screw. " This pen and ink drawing showcases da Vinci's visionary ideas on flight technology. The mirrored script adds an enigmatic touch to this glimpse into his innovative mind. Da Vinci's fascination with understanding life extends to organs like the heart and female sexual organs. Through facsimile copies, we can witness his meticulous observations rendered in pen and ink. The mirror writing seems almost intentional, as if he wanted to preserve these intimate details exclusively for himself. But it doesn't stop there – from depictions of coition between man and woman to views inside a womb showing fetal development – da Vinci leaves no stone unturned when it comes to exploring human existence. These facsimiles captivate us with their intricate details while leaving us pondering over their hidden meanings conveyed through reverse script. Yet not all mirror writings revolve around biology; some delve into celestial mysteries too. In "Studies on Illumination of the Moon, " folio 1r from Codex Leicester reveals Leonardo's keen interest in lunar illumination patterns that still intrigue astronomers today. The Codex Forster III offers yet another intriguing piece titled "Fol. 46v.