Mathematics a nd Da Vinci ’ s Works
Two of Leonardo Da Vinci ' s best-known works that employ mathematics are the Last Supper and the Mona Lisa . Each applies mathematical principles of perspective , golden ratio and proportions in its composition . In his painting of ' The Last Supper ' he uses the golden ratio yo position the different elements in the painting . He uses the ratio to place people in the table to the proportions of the walls and windows in the background . By using mathematical principles , Da Vinci helps bring together the different elements in the painting .
Da Vinci ' s painting of the ' Mona Lisa ' uses the golden ratio in its structure . Some see the beauty of the picture as being its use of the golden ratio . Central elements of the composition use a golden rectangle all over the painting . While the golden rectangle is a rectangle , the different comes from shapes dimensions . The dimensions reflect the golden ratio . The golden ratio is visible in Mona Lisa ' s face . If a rectangle bounds the face and this rectangle is divided by drawing a line across her eyes , it creates another golden rectangle . The result is that the ratio of the length of Mona Lisa ' s head to her eyes is also that of the golden ratio . On the rest of the body , it is possible to draw other golden rectangles .