Question

Which of the following is not likely an intention of Da Vinci’s, when he created his work of art, entitled Old Man Contemplating the Flow of Water?
a.

The building seen behind the man is proportionately smaller to show it is in the distance.

b.

He likely put the old man sitting by a tree to represent thought and wisdom.

c.

The words written near the bottom are likely the old man’s thoughts and/or conclusions.

d.

The man is of old-age because all great philosophers in history have been elderly.

Answer 1

D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D

Answer 2

I believe the correct answer is D. The man is of old-age because all great philosophers in history have been elderly.
I don't think that Da Vinci had this in mind when he created this work of art. First of all, because not all philosophers in history have been elderly - there were some young ones, so this statement doesn't really make much sense as to why he would portray his character like that.