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“Of several bodies all equally larger and distant, that most brightly illuminated will appear to the eye nearest and largest.” quote by Leonardo da Vinci
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“Of several bodies all equally larger and distant, that most brightly illuminated will appear to the eye nearest and largest.”

Leonardo da Vinci

About This Quote

Source Manuscript: Scientific Observations, 1508

Objects that are brighter and closer appear larger to the eye, illustrating how illumination and proximity affect perception.

In simple terms: Brightness and closeness make objects appear larger.

Key Takeaway

Consider visual perception in design and art.

Themes

perception visual science art illumination proximity

Mood

analytical creative

Type

scientific artistic

When to use this quote

  • painting
  • architecture
  • product design
  • advertising

Key Concepts

optics psychology visual illusion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does lighting influence viewer interpretation?
  • What design tricks exploit perceived size?
A Different Perspective

Perception can be misleading; context matters.

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