Historical Figures · 21st Century
Da Vinci’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Da Vinci, Unknown
Who Was Da Vinci?
Leonardo di ser Piero da Vinci was an Italian polymath of the High Renaissance who was active as a painter, draughtsman, engineer, scientist, theorist, sculptor, and architect. While his fame initially rested on his achievements as a painter, he has also become known for his notebooks, in which he made drawings and notes on a variety of subjects, including anatomy, astronomy, botany, cartography, painting, and palaeontology.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Da Vinci's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Leonardo da Vinci died in 1519; Vasari reported he expressed regret about his work, but no specific last words are reliably documented. The quoted phrase is fabricated.
Sources
- biography Giorgio Vasari's 'Lives of the Artists'
- archive Contemporary French records
Legacy
Da Vinci's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Da Vinci’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Da Vinci die?
Da Vinci died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Da Vinci’s last words documented?
Leonardo da Vinci died in 1519; Vasari reported he expressed regret about his work, but no specific last words are reliably documented. The quoted phrase is fabricated.
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