The Application of Geometry in Leonardo’s Works: Take the Annunciation for Example

Abstract

There is a close connection between geometry and art. Since mathematicians discovered the Golden Ratio, it has been widely used in painting, design, architecture, and other fields. In the development of perspective, the mathematical principles explored by geometry played a very important role. This research uses observation and literature research methods to analyze Leonardo Da Vinci's Annunciation. The research proves that Leonardo's Annunciation used the Golden Ratio in composition and perspective in completing the narrative of the painting. In the end, the study demonstrates the impact of the application of geometry to art during the Renaissance. For paintings, the application of the Golden Ratio and perspective can produce a sense of time and space, showing the environment and process of events. For geometry, geometry application shows the geometry of the achievements in art, expanding the application field of geometry. In addition, the application of geometry also makes painting a special existence that is different from words.