Tag: Real Surname of Leonardo da Vinci
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Misconception Of Leonardo’s Last Name: Da Vinci Is Not His Real Surname
When referring to one of history’s greatest minds, the name “Leonardo da Vinci” is often shortened to “da Vinci.” Yet, in doing so, we inadvertently perpetuate a common misconception. Contrary to popular belief, “da Vinci” is not Leonardo’s last name, nor did he possess a surname in the way modern society understands them. The iconic…