Who said "Necessity is the mistress and guide of nature."?

This quote is attributed to Leonardo da Vinci.

Necessity is the mistress and guide of nature. - Leonardo da Vinci

"Necessity is the mistress and guide of nature."

Leonardo da Vinci Nature

Polymath Artist Scientist Italian 1452–1519

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"Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication."

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"Nature teaches us about beauty."

"Nature teaches us patience and wisdom"

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