b'Great Leonardo da Vinciand the Italian High RenaissanceCOURSES Broadcast Jan. 5 28As an artist, he developed artistic techniques of perspective and classical composition. As an engineer, he devised inventions that transformed warfare and transportation. As MondayFriday, 11 a.m.a scientist, he exposed previously mysterious Channel 1970 workings of human anatomy. As a thinker,he advanced theories about art, math and Taught by professors andscience. And as a mentor, he inspired artists like Michelangelo and Raphael. As Professor scholars from leading collegesBent shares with us alongside paintings, and universities across thesculptures, and notebooks, Without country, these courses are anLeonardo, the things we know and have just might not be with us today. Prepare yourself entertaining and convenientfor a fascinating encounter with the epitome way to remain a lifelong learner.of the Renaissance man. George R. Bent serves Sit back and enjoy! as chair of the Department of Art and Art History at W&L. His current research revolves around paintings for public spaces in Florence between 1250 and 1450.48'