Ep.44 – How A Robbery Made The Mona Lisa the World's Most Popular Art
Why is the Mona Lisa so popular? Find out today
1 year ago
The Mona Lisa is the most recognized piece of art in the world. Millions visit the Louvre and wait in an hours long line just to see it. But why is it so popular? It all goes back to what was called at the time the "Art Heist of the Century". Let me tell you all about!
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Sources:
- https://www.history.com/news/the-heist-that-made-the-mona-lisa-famous
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vincenzo_Peruggia
- https://guides.loc.gov/chronicling-america-theft-mona-lisa
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