Mona Lisa is considered to be the most recognizable and visited art pieces in the world! Her eyes alluring eyes and famous smile possess more that what just meets the eye. Here are 10 things you might not have known about the Mona Lisa.
- Her name is actually not Mona Lisa
Her real name is Lisa Gherardini. The name “Mona Lisa” actually translates to “My Lady Lisa”. She obtained this name from
- Her face changing is all in your head
When looking at Mona Lisa, she appears to be smiling at times and not smiling at others. The painting was created to be quite ambiguous and as a result, it is often difficult to interpret her facial expression. A neuroscientist from Harvard University that it has your brain’s response to which part of her face you are focusing on.
- She is priceless
In the 1960’s, Mona Lisa was said to be worth $100 million based on an insurance evaluation! Nevertheless, the policy was never taken out because the price of premiums was more than security for the painting!
- Fashion has been created in her honor
At one time, women actually began apply yellow toned powder to their necks to mimic her look.
- Individuals have died from how much they love her
Artist Luc Maspero threw himself off of a building in 1852. He left a note which read, “”For years I have grappled desperately with her smile. I prefer to die.”Another fan shot himself in front of her painting in 1910.
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- Main Image: Juan Di Nella on Unsplash
