Gaudí's cranial asymmetry could be the reason that made him a genius

A new hypothesis presented at the Gaudí International Congress suggests that Antoni Gaudí's cranial asymmetry may have contributed to his unique cognitive system and creative vision. Research led by Teresa Vilardell indicates that Gaudí's anatomical differences, particularly in his eyesight, influenced his perception and artistic expression. The study highlights that Gaudí's right side was smaller than his left, which may have affected his visual processing. Collaborators found evidence of a cranial lesion that could have impacted his cognitive development. The findings propose that such anomalies could lead to extraordinary creativity, as seen in Gaudí's work.