Leda and the Swan 1510

Leonardo da Vinci's "Leda and the Swan" (1510), depicts the Greek myth of Leda, a queen seduced by Zeus, disguised as a swan, resulting in the birth of Helen of Troy and Clytemnestra. The painting, now lost, was known through copies and descriptions, showcasing da Vinci's mastery of sfumato and a detailed, naturalistic style. The composition, featuring Leda's graceful figure and the swan's delicate form, highlighted the beauty and tension of the story, drawing attention to the contrasting elements of grace and force, love and deceit.