A dark object seen against a bright background will appear … - Leonardo da Vinci

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A dark object seen against a bright background will appear smaller than it is. A light object will look larger when it is seen against a background darker than itself.

Leonardo da Vinci

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Leonardo di ser Piero da Vinci (15 April 1452 – 2 May 1519) was an Italian Renaissance painter, architect, inventor, engineer, sculptor, and musician. His best known painting is the Mona Lisa.

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Alternative Names: Leonardo di ser Piero da Vinci • Leonardo • da Vinci • Leonard • Léonard • Leonardo Da Vinci

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