Beeldleer scope note

The mathematical theory of proportion in art is the use of mathematical ratios, primarily the Golden Ratio (approximately 1:1.618, or phi (φ)), and principles like the Rule of Thirds to create harmony, balance, and visual appeal in a composition.Artists and architects historically applied these mathematical systems to guide the placement of elements, set the dimensions of canvases, and dictate the scale of features in architecture, with influential figures like Euclid and Leonardo da Vinci being key proponents and users of these ideas.