Mona Lisa's Eyes and Intricacies of Her Smile

The video explores the Mona Lisa's gaze and smile, highlighting how Leonardo da Vinci's understanding of perspective, anatomy, and optics contributed to the painting's enigmatic expression. It delves into Leonardo's anatomical studies and his knowledge of visual perception, which were ahead of his time. The video also discusses modern neuroscience findings that explain how the human visual system perceives Mona Lisa's changing smile.

What is the significance of the anatomical drawing mentioned in relation to the Mona Lisa's smile?

How did Doctor Margaret Livingstone contribute to the understanding of the Mona Lisa's smile?

What techniques did Leonardo use to create the illusion of a smile in the Mona Lisa?