The Leicester Codex is one of the most famous notebooks of Leonardo (1504-1506). Purchased in 1994 by Bill Gates, it is devoted mainly to studies of hydraulic and water movements. There are also studies of astronomy.
Through a new technique of paper sculpting, each page of this work is hand-finished in tears and shades and is treated with aging process. Each replica is unique for the artistic contribution in reproduction.
Handmade reproduction of lacerations, nuances, dyeing and antiquing.
As well as the original notebook of Leonardo da Vinci, the Replica has not binding but is composed of nineteen quartini, more the cover, folded and inserted into one another
Handmade reproduction of lacerations, nuances, dyeing and antiquing.
The sample is wrapped in hand-finished silk cloth
Title: Leonardo da Vinci, Codice Leicester
Technique: sculpting on printed paper.
Size: cm. 29x22 (facsimile).
Number of pages: 72 more the cover
Commentary: Handmade leather binding. Italian language
Package: handmade bag in genuine Italian leather certified
Accessories: silk cloth from San Leucio
Limited Edition: 499 copies
Warranty: attached certificate of authenticity, numbering and guarantee
Place of manufacture: Italy
Year of manufacture: 2013