Female head (La Scapigliata)

(b. 1452, Vinci, d. 1519, Cloux, near Amboise)

c. 1508

Oil on panel

Galleria Nazionale, Parma

"The face of La Scapigliata is more powerfully executed than that of the standing Leda, though her head is bowed in a similar manner. Given the lack of accessories, it is possible that this face with its thoughtful gaze belongs to a Madonna. The effectively placed powerful brushstrokes in the hair are unusual for Leonardo and possibly a later addition."

The film business made this painting particularly popular by the movie Ever After. Leonardo Da Vinci is portrayed correctly in this movie and this particular painting is used as a painting of Danielle, played by Drew Barrymore. This movie, portrays Leonardo very well.

By April Mitchell