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Leonardo da VincivisitedChâteau du Clos Lucé
Blurb
Leonardo spent the final three years of his life at this château, invited by King Francis I of France. He worked on various projects and completed his paintings, including the Mona Lisa, before his death on May 2, 1519.
Leonardo da Vinci’s sentiment
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Leonardo da Vinci resided at Château du Clos Lucé in Amboise from 1516-1519, per Vinci Clos Lucé official site.
“King Francis I, passionate by Leonardo da Vinci's talent, names him "Premier Painter and Engineer and Architect of the King" and offers him the enjoyment of the Château of Clos Lucé, located only a few meters away from the Château d'Amboise. Leonardo spends the last three years of his life at the Château of Clos Lucé and works on several projects for the king of France.”