Wanderlust World Wanderlust World The Mona Lisa (La Gioconda) is the crown jewel of the Louvre Museum in Paris. Painted by Leonardo da Vinci during the Italian Renaissance (c. 1503–1519), this oil-on-poplar portrait is celebrated for its enigmatic expression, masterful sfumato technique, and storied history.
It draws millions of visitors annually, protected behind bulletproof glass in the Denon Wing. Its fame stems from artistic innovation, the 1911 theft, and countless cultural references—making it the most recognized artwork on Earth.