Monument to Leonardo da Vinci, Monument in Piazza della Scala, Milan, Italy
Statua di Leonardo da Vinci is a marble monument on Piazza della Scala with a central figure of the artist standing on a pink granite base. The monument is surrounded by additional sculptures that complete the overall ensemble.
Sculptor Pietro Magni created this work in the 19th century under difficult conditions. Its completion fell during a period of political transformation as Italy was shaping its new national identity.
The monument displays four marble statues representing Leonardo's pupils: Giovanni Antonio Boltraffio, Marco d'Oggiono, Cesare da Sesto, and Andrea Salaino. These figures surround the master and recall the workshop he led in Milan.
The monument sits centrally in the square in front of Teatro alla Scala and serves visitors as a natural orientation point. It is easy to reach and offers a good stopping place while exploring the district.
The base of the monument carries four reliefs that document Leonardo's legacy in the city, including the Last Supper, fortifications, irrigation systems, and an equestrian statue. These details tell the story of his varied contributions to Milan beyond his artworks.
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