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Mona Lisa
The Mona Lisa (also known as "La Gioconda" in Italian) was painted by Italian Renaissance painter Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519 CE) c. 1506. It is one of da Vinci's most well known works, as well as one of the most famous paintings of all time. The portrait's unconventional composition and subtle details are part of what sets it apart from other High Renaissance works. Mona Lisa has become iconic for her soft, mysterious smile and eyes which seem to follow the observer.
Questions & Answers
What museum has the most Renaissance paintings?
- The museum with the most Renaissance paintings is the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy.
What is the most famous Renaissance picture?
- The most famous Renaissance painting is probably the Mona Lisa, a portrait of an unknown lady by Leonardo da Vinci. The painting, known as the La Gioconda in Italian, is oil on a wood panel and was created between 1503 and 1506. The painting is today in the Louvre museum in Paris.
Who are the 5 most famous Renaissance artists?
- Perhaps the five most famous Renaissance artists are Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, Sandro Botticelli, and Jan van Eyck.
What are the 5 pieces of Renaissance art?
- 5 famous pieces of Renaissance art are: the Mona Lisa portrait by Leonardo da Vinci, the Sistine Chapel ceiling by Michelangelo, the Birth of Venus painting by Sandro Botticelli, the Ghent Altarpiece by Jan van Eyck, and the gilded bronze doors of the Baptistery of Florence's cathedral by Lorenzo Ghiberti.
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