The Vitruvian Man is a staple to all design fields in the world. This masterpiece was meant to reveal the mathematical proportions of the human body, essentially emphasizing the geometrical properties that we as people contain in ourselves. This drawing embodies the meaning of humanism. Humanistic ideas are used throughout all modes of design such as architecture, product design fashion, etc. The subject of the drawing, Vitruvius wrote about the body being the perfect model in life, which is why Da Vinci utilized him in his drawing as a symbol.

Artist: Leonardo Da Vinci

Title of Work: The Vitruvian Man

Date: 1490 CE.

Dimensions: 13.6 in × 10 in

Medium: Pen & Ink on Paper

Institutional Accreditation: Gallerie dell’Accademia, Venice, Italy