Italeri 3102 Leone Meccanico Collector Mechanical Lion  [IT-3102S]

Italeri 3102 Leone Meccanico Mechanical Lion Model

The Italeri 3102 Leone Meccanico draws on Leonardo da Vinci's sketches from sheets 90/v and 91/r in the Madrid Code to recreate a mechanical interpretation of his designs. The kit reconstructs the mechanisms implied by those drawings to suggest how the figure could have functioned.

Hands On with Historical Mechanisms

This model gives modellers a hands on way to examine period mechanical thinking. The components demonstrate how simple gears and linkages can be arranged to produce movement inspired by da Vinci's concepts.

Build Considerations and Collector Value

Expect a demanding but rewarding build that benefits from neat assembly and careful test fitting. Finished well, the Leone Meccanico stands out as a conversation piece in any model collection due to its mechanical complexity and historical link.