Why Is The Mona Lisa So Famous?

The video explores the Mona Lisa, Leonardo da Vinci's renowned masterpiece, valued at over $860 million. Painted over 500 years ago, it remains the world's most famous painting. The video delves into Leonardo's versatility as an artist and inventor, his innovative techniques like sfumato, and the mysteries surrounding the Mona Lisa, including its subject and hidden symbols. The painting's enigmatic smile and its influence on art are highlighted, along with its continued study and cultural impact.

What is the estimated value of the Mona Lisa today?

• $500 million

• $860 million

• $750 million

• $1 billion

Who is believed to be the subject of the Mona Lisa?

• Leonardo da Vinci himself

• Lisa del Giocondo

• A famous actress

• A French noblewoman

Which technique did Leonardo da Vinci use to create the illusion of three dimensions in the Mona Lisa?

• Impasto

• Sfumato

• Chiaroscuro

• Fresco

What is unique about the Mona Lisa's smile?

• It is a straight line

• It changes when viewed from different angles

• It is a full, open smile

• It is a frown

How many paintings did Leonardo da Vinci complete in his lifetime?

• Exactly 30

• More than 100

• About 50

• Less than 20