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Machine for Polishing Mirrors
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Machine for Polishing MirrorsLeonardo da Vinci

This technical drawing (c. 1490) shows Leonardo’s device for polishing concave mirrors, likely used in optical or experimental studies. Its mechanism demonstrates advanced knowledge of geometry, motion, and material tension. The design reflects his pursuit of instruments that could extend human perception through mechanical precision.
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