TIL why the Mona Lisa became so famous I’ve always wondered why the Mona Lisa is so admired when there are so many other famous paintings from the Renaissance. What surprised me is that its fame didn’t come from one single thing. Leonardo’s technique, the painting’s history, its connection with the Louvre, and especially the attention it received after the 1911 theft all played a role

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[–] 2 points 1 month ago (3 children)

Even worse, in the wing opposite there are plenty of master pieces, and hardly a visitor in sight. Lots of guided tours only visit the wing with the Mona Lisa, the Venus of Milo and the two sculptures by Michelangelo.

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  • [–] 6 points 1 month ago (2 children)

    That's probably an understanding between the museum and the tour operators, keep the cattle in the main bits so the rest can breath in the other parts.

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  • [–] 0 points 1 month ago

    Yes, let's not only reinforce the platforming of these select pieces of art by only featuring them on museum tours, but let's also call everyone stupid enough to think a tour of the mustang will give you a tour of the museum "cattle".

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