Introduction
Why Mona Lisa ? Discover what’s so special about the most famous
painting in the world
The Mona Lisa is undoubtedly the most famous work of art in the world. Both her image and her name have been reproduced
for decades across every continent. But why and how did this portrait, which is over five hundred years old, achieve such iconic and
popular status worldwide? And what do we know about this painting? Who is this young woman? Why is she smiling? And what makes this
painting more exceptional than others?
The talk by Vincent Delieuvin, curator of Italian Renaissance paintings at the Louvre Museum and curator of several exhibitions on
Leonardo da Vinci, will answer all these questions. He will explore the fascinating history of the Mona Lisa, the debated question of
her identity, and the quest that Leonardo da Vinci pursued through this painting. He will also present the latest
scientific analysis conducted on the work to uncover the secrets of its creation.
From devoted art lovers to the simply curious, everyone is invited to discover the secrets behind that unforgettable smile.
This is a rare opportunity—don’t miss it!
- Seats are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. No advance registration is required.
