Da Vinci Globe
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The "Da Vinci Globe" is believed to be one of the earliest known terrestrial globes, attributed to the illustrious Renaissance polymath, Leonardo da Vinci. This unique globe exquisitely captures the known geography of his time, reflecting both the scientific curiosity and artistic mastery that defined Da Vinci's work. Made from the gall bladder of an ox, and featuring intricate details etched possibly with a thin metal stylus, the globe demonstrates a blend of cartographic accuracy and Renaissance artistry. Its detailed representation of newly discovered lands speaks to Da Vinci's engagement w
Model details
| Creator | Jean-Christophe Sekinger |
|---|---|
| Category | Artifacts |
| Formats | glTF, USDZ |
| Animated | No |
| Updated | 2024-09-10 |
| Licence | CC BY 4.0 |
Measured geometry
Measured by opening this model in ZeroXR, not copied from the source listing.
| Triangles | 3,648 |
|---|---|
| Materials | 1 |
| Textures | 3 |
| Size | 0.35 × 0.34 × 0.35 m |
Licence and attribution
“Da Vinci Globe” by Jean-Christophe Sekinger is published under CC BY 4.0.
