LEGO Icons Leonardo da Vinci's Flying Machine 10363 | Take Flight with LEGO Icons: Build Leonardo da Vinci’s Visionary Flying Machine!

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LEGO Icons sets have become a fan favourite, capturing the imagination of builders and collectors alike as they feature highly detailed and intricate sets that often appeal to adult fans of LEGO (AFOL). These sets often draw inspiration from art, history, and pop culture, offering complex builds and iconic designs. Among the most popular LEGO Icons sets are the LEGO Icons Titanic (10294), LEGO Icons Porsche 911 (10295), and the LEGO Icons Eiffel tower (10307), which highlight the theme’s commitment to creating highly detailed and immersive experiences.

One of LEGO Icons latest releases, the LEGO Leonardo da Vinci's Flying Machine (10363), takes inspiration from one of history’s greatest minds. Leonardo da Vinci’s Flying Machine, designed in the 15th century, was an early conceptual attempt at human flight, resembling a large glider-like structure. While it was never built or successfully flown, it laid the groundwork for modern aviation principles. Now, with the LEGO flying machine, fans can build and admire a model that celebrates da Vinci’s brilliance. We’re looking forward to getting our hands on this masterpiece and paying homage to the genius of Leonardo while appreciating the fine details that LEGO® has included in this stunning new set. There is even a LEGO Leonardo da Vinci Minifigure too! We take a closer look at it below:

 

LEGO Icons Leonardo da Vinci's Flying Machine (10363)

 

 

The LEGO Icons Leonardo da Vinci’s Flying Machine (10363) offers a captivating way to explore both history and engineering. This 493-piece set allows builders to create a detailed model of Leonardo da Vinci's visionary ornithopter, featuring textile-covered wings and an open airframe, all driven by an intricate system of strings, hinges, and pulleys. The model showcases da Vinci’s early aeronautical ideas, combining aesthetic appeal with functional mechanics, as the wings and tail can actually flap, mimicking the motion da Vinci envisioned in his designs. The set also includes a Leonardo da Vinci minifigure, complete with a new face print and decorated torso and legs. At 25 cm high, 29 cm long, and 35 cm wide, the Flying Machine is a manageable size for display, fitting comfortably on a desk or shelf. A perfect blend of art, history, and engineering, this set is not only affordable but also a fun, quick build with no stickers involved. The instructions provide fascinating historical insights into da Vinci’s pioneering designs, while the designer's profile adds a personal touch. This set stands out as an excellent way to honour one of history’s greatest minds without overwhelming your space or budget.

Fly over to LEGO.com now to get your hands on this great set!