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Leonardo's Virgin Of The Rocks: The History, The Mystery, And The Museums' Considerations Of The Two Paintings, Nicole Wagner
Leonardo's Virgin Of The Rocks: The History, The Mystery, And The Museums' Considerations Of The Two Paintings, Nicole Wagner
History Theses
The two versions of the Virgin of the Rocks have generated continued debate amongst art historians. Scholars such as Pietro Marani, Martin Davies and William Cannall have compiled opposing theories on the subject while referencing the same material. Despite the discovery of original documents pertaining to the commission of the painting, researchers continue to argue over the following: why do two versions of the same painting exist that are both associated with Leonardo da Vinci, where did the original version go after its completion, and who was responsible for the second painting? The following research will answer these questions …