The Masterpiece That Vanished: The Untold Story of the Stolen Mona Lisa

Jul 31, 2023 | History and Landmarks

Arts and Entertainment: The Mona Lisa, one of the most iconic paintings in the world, was stolen from the Louvre Museum in 1911. The thief, Vincenzo Peruggia, managed to hide the masterpiece under his clothes and walked out of the museum, art hidden in plain sight. The theft went unnoticed for a day, and it took more than two years for the painting to be recovered. The theft not only increased the painting’s fame but also highlighted the need for enhanced security measures in museums worldwide.

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