Salvator Mundi (circa 1500) by Leonardo da Vinci

Salvator Mundi — Leonardo da Vinci (c. 1500)

A quiet face, a raised right hand in blessing, and a crystal orb that seems to hold the world. In Leonardo’s serene Salvator Mundi, light softens into sfumato, curls gleam against deep blue, and the gaze meets yours with calm authority—Renaissance devotion made intimate.

Why it captivates

• Sfumato magic — edges dissolve like breath, giving the image living presence.

• Symbolic clarity — the rock-crystal orb and blessing gesture speak without words.

• Regal restraint — lapidary trim and quiet blues instead of spectacle.

• Face as landscape — subtle modelling that rewards long looking.

• Art-historical landmark — among the most discussed images of the Renaissance.

• Statement artwork — contemplative centrepiece for living rooms, studies, and libraries.

What you’ll see

Christ frontally posed: right hand raised in benediction, left cradling a clear orb; intricate ringlets at the shoulders; deep blue robe with gilded bands; a dark, neutral ground that lets the face and hands glow. Up close: feather-fine transitions and delicate highlights. From a step back: an atmosphere of stillness and light.

A richer historical frame

Painted circa 1500 and traditionally attributed to Leonardo da Vinci, Salvator Mundi unites scientific curiosity (optics in the crystal sphere) with devotional image-making. Its soft-focus modelling and poised symmetry typify the High Renaissance ideal. (Attribution and workshop participation have been the subject of scholarly debate—part of the painting’s enduring mystique.)

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge to edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine detail.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

571 × 841 mm (approx. 22.48 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.679 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A1 portrait (594 × 841 mm) with a custom mat

• Framing tips:

  • Classic look: cut the mat window to ~567 × 837 mm to overlap edges by 2–3 mm.

  • Contemporary look: float-mount in an A1 frame for a tall, elegant reveal.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Renaissance enthusiasts & scholars

• Collectors & stylists curating serene, contemplative spaces

• Educators & galleries exploring Leonardo’s technique and influence

• Gift-givers marking milestones with timeless imagery

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Invite Renaissance calm and crystal clarity into your home—order your fine-art print of Salvator Mundi today.