Mona Lisa
Artist: Leonardo da Vinci
Period: High Renaissance
Date: c. 1503–1506, possibly continuing until c. 1517
Medium: Oil on poplar panel
Dimensions: 77 cm × 53 cm (30 in × 21 in)
Location: Louvre Museum, Paris
This iconic portrait, known for its enigmatic smile and sfumato technique, is arguably the most famous painting in the world. Leonardo da Vinci's masterful execution and the subject's captivating gaze continue to fascinate viewers centuries later.
