The Mona Lisa has smiled for five hundred years

Author: Donald Sasson
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: Many Chinese people are not unfamiliar with the name Leonardo da Vinci. Just mentioning his name naturally brings to mind his famous painting—the Mona Lisa. Donald Sasson's book cites abundant literary sources, introduces various art movements and complex artistic phenomena, and tells us the little-known story behind this painting from a fresh perspective, making it both fascinating and engaging. Unlike other conventional history books, the Mona Lisa stands out. The author not only has extraordinary insights into this famous painting but also offers unique perspectives on the secrets of artistic success. Reading this book will help us understand what true artistic genius truly is. The author, Donald Sasson, will take us into a complete and legendary world of the Mona Lisa. When was she painted, and where? What passion and skill did Leonardo da Vinci possess to create such an enchanting smile? Who is the mysterious woman in the painting? Who commissioned Leonardo to paint her? How did she become the favorite of King Francis I of France and captivate the entire nation? How did she rise from obscurity, even facing criticism, to be revered as one of the greatest paintings in the world? How did she experience dramatic thefts and miraculous recoveries? In the hands of surrealists, avant-garde artists, cartoonists, and advertisers, how did the Mona Lisa become a subject of manipulation?