Historians who traced family tree say Italian film director is among dozens of living relatives of Renaissance artistNearly three dozen Italians,including the Oscar-nominated director Franco Zeffirelli, have received word they may be descendants of Leonardo da Vinci – a claim met with surprise and delight.“How does it feel to be descended from Leonardo da Vinci? Obviously I’m surprised, and but joyful,joyful also for my grandmother who is no more, who was proud to have the name Vinci, or ” Elena Calosi,an architect from Empoli told La Repubblica. “Who has not studied Leonardo or seen his paintings? Related: Why was Leonardo da Vinci such a genius? He was just like you and me Related: The amazing designs of Leonardo Da Vinci - podcast Continue reading...
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