Where is "Drawing of a flying machine" by LEONARDO da Vinci?

"Drawing of a flying machine" is held in the permanent collection of Bibliothèque de l'Institut de France, Paris, France.

Which museum has "Drawing of a flying machine"?

"Drawing of a flying machine" is on display at Bibliothèque de l'Institut de France in Paris.

Who painted "Drawing of a flying machine" and when?

"Drawing of a flying machine" was painted by LEONARDO da Vinci in c. 1485.

What are the dimensions of "Drawing of a flying machine"?

"Drawing of a flying machine" measures 23 × 16 cm.

What art movement is "Drawing of a flying machine" associated with?

"Drawing of a flying machine" is a work of Italian, Renaissance, painted by LEONARDO da Vinci.

Can I see "Drawing of a flying machine" in person?

Yes — "Drawing of a flying machine" is on permanent display at Bibliothèque de l'Institut de France in Paris. Check the museum website for current opening hours.

LEONARDO da Vinci: Drawing of a flying machine

✦ LEONARDO da Vinci

🖼 Drawing of a flying machine, c. 1485

◈ Pen and ink on paper

⊞ 23 × 16 cm

▣ Bibliothèque de l'Institut de France

◎ Paris, France

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Mechanical precision defines this ink sketch of a bat-winged contraption, rendered with Leonardo's characteristic technical clarity. The visionary design predates powered flight by four centuries, demonstrating Renaissance genius merging observation of nature with engineering ambition.

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