Leonardesque
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of Leonardesque
First recorded in 1860–65; Leonard(o da Vinci) ( def. ) + -esque
Example Sentences
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The Leonardesque view of the Alps encloses a rich anthology of natural and human terrains, a world map in one glorious vista.
From The Guardian • Apr. 23, 2010
Who could make up this Elmore Leonardesque snippet of life that takes in Giants Stadium, “Sopranos” country and a church that’s part of the religious network headed by the Rev. Sun Myung Moon?
From New York Times • Jan. 14, 2010
Turner's most Leonardesque aspect was the deep pessimism that went with his long investigation of nature.
From Time Magazine Archive
It is, of course, a fascinating show; but the painter who rises from it is not the Leonardesque genius we have all been conditioned to expect.
From Time Magazine Archive
When the form of some single object is to be given, and its subtleties are to be rendered to the utmost, the Leonardesque manner of drawing is often very noble.
From Modern Painters, Volume IV (of V) by Ruskin, John
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