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Codex Atlanticus, 364 r. - Folio with geometric studies and draft of a letter written by a pupil on behalf of Leonardo dated July 5, 1507 and addressed to "My dear beloved mother". In the letter can be read: "To remind you of what you have to do with a sword that I left you, bring it in the Piazza delli Istrozzi to Maso delle Viole; be sure to give it to him, because it is very important."
Codex Atlanticus, 364 r. - Folio with geometric studies and draft of a letter written by a pupil on behalf of Leonardo dated July 5, 1507 and addressed to "My dear beloved mother". In the letter can be read: "To remind you of what you have to do with a sword that I left you, bring it in the Piazza delli Istrozzi to Maso delle Viole; be sure to give it to him, because it is very important."
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