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Mona Lisa Under Attack: Riposte Alimentaire Activists Throw Soup at Mona Lisa, Sparking Louvre Evacuation

In a daring protest at the Louvre, two female demonstrators associated with the group Riposte Alimentaire (Food Counterattack) threw pumpkin soup at Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic Mona Lisa. The incident occurred around 10:00 local time (09:00 GMT) and led to the temporary evacuation of the Salle des Etats, where the masterpiece is displayed. The protesters,

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10 Things About Leonardo da Vinci’s Codex Atlanticus that perhaps you do not know

Take a fascinating tour through the Codex Atlanticus, a remarkable collection of writings and paintings by Leonardo da Vinci. This collection, with 1119 papers filled with illustrations, technical insights, and even stories, is the biggest source of the Renaissance master’s original ideas that are currently available. Sculptor Pompeo Leoni put it together and covered the

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We Could All Use Some Courage (The Cowardly Dog): 12 Famous Paintings in the World That Appear on The Show

Animal actors have been in Hollywood for decades now. From eating ‘Breakfast At Tiffany’s’ (1961), or solving the mysterious clues after ‘Hangover’ (2009 – 2013), animals have always brought us happiness. Millennials might remember ‘Hachi: A Dog’s Tale’ or ‘101 Dalmatians’. But one TV dog that has always brought us (as a child) happiness, laughter,

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11 Famous Portrait Paintings You Must Experience At Least Once

The beauty of art lies in the diverse subjects that are available at hand and the vivid imagery they evoke. An artist’s prowess resides in transforming the mundane into an emotive journey. While some artists thrive in abstract (the likes of Mark Rothko or Jackson Pollock), others thrive in easily distinguishable landscapes (Nicolas Poussin) or

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Unlocking Secrets of the Mona Lisa: Leonardo da Vinci’s Hidden Experiments

Introduction The Mona Lisa, an iconic masterpiece by Leonardo da Vinci, continues to intrigue and astound the art world. Recent scientific examinations using X-rays have uncovered a fascinating aspect of this renowned painting, suggesting that da Vinci was experimenting with his artistic techniques during its creation. This discovery sheds new light on the genius of

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Salvator Mundi, World’s Most Expensive Painting, Set to Become an NFT

In a surprising twist that’s sending ripples through the art world, the renowned painting “Salvator Mundi,” previously attributed to the legendary Leonardo da Vinci, is set to be transformed into a non-fungible token (NFT). The painting, which fetched a staggering $450.3 million at a Christie’s New York auction in 2017, will now enter the digital

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“My Work Has Been Used in AI More Than Picasso” says the AI Artist

AI’s Unforeseen Impact on Artists The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) is undeniably transforming various aspects of our lives, including the world of art. However, for digital artist Greg Rutkowski, the rise of AI has presented significant challenges. Rutkowski, known for his work in games like Dungeons and Dragons and Magic: The Gathering, has discovered

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The Dreams of Leonardo Da Vinci: The Vulture Fantasy From a Memory of his Childhood

Smriti Malhotra Leonardo da Vinci had various dreams and aspirations throughout his life, many of which were related to his pursuits as an artist, scientist, and inventor. One of his dreams was to uncover and understand the mysteries of the natural world. He was deeply fascinated by anatomy, optics, engineering, and the principles of flight.

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