On Feb. 21, the National Museum of the United States Air Force (NMUSAF) officially opened Leonardo da Vinci: Machines in Motion. This exhibit is dedicated to the work of the famous artist and features over 40 replicas of his creations.
According to the NMUSAF website, the touring exhibit is run by Evergreen Exhibitions, and this is one of several stops this display will make. Machines in Motion is broken down into 4 sections, each of which is based on the elements of nature. There are areas dedicated to his study of earth, water, wind, and fire, each with its own fulling functioning machines.
Some of the specific creations mentioned on the website include a hydraulic saw, an armored tank, flying machines, and even a working robot. Each of these machines has been faithfully recreated by scientists and artists using the same techniques da Vinci would’ve used during his time.
However, Da Vinci was not only a well-known designer, but also a legendary artist, and fans of the latter may be found wanting more. Jhonncy Tavarez, a Sinclair Student, explained what he would personally want to see in a Leonardo da Vinci exhibit:
“I would like to see from an exhibit of that category is the most famous painting of da Vinci, works that he didn’t complete, too, and a space where I could analyze in a deep way the meaning of his work.”
Leonardo da Vinci is one of the most influential artists and inventors of the Renaissance period, and he has influenced thousands of artists, even to this day. This exhibit appeals to many of those fans, even if it does not focus on his art. You can visit this exhibit for free at the National Museum of the United States Air Force, which is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday.
Alex Cutler
Reporter