Bruce Gulland and Liz Waid look at two very famous paintings - the Mona Lisa, and the Last Supper. They investigate the mysteries and controversies surrounding these works.
Feb 2018
Mona Lisa – Behind the World’s Most Famous Smile
We’re all familiar with her face… the famous Mona Lisa, a painting by Leonardo da Vinci that has intrigued people for centuries. But who inspired such a mysterious, celebrated artwork? We explore the the rich history of the painting, its creator, and the various people who may ju ... Show More
36 m
Mar 2021
Mona Lisa, la obra más enigmática de Leonardo da Vinci
Aunque la pintó por encargo, Leonardo da Vinci nunca se desprendió de su Gioconda. A menos que realizara más de una, como algunos historiadores han sugerido recientemente. Te contamos algunos curiosos detalles de la obra más enigmática del genio florentino, una obra de arte admir ... Show More
14m 54s
Apr 2023
EP18 why is the monalisa so famous
It’s arguably the. World most famous painting today , but how did it achieve its status ,Leonardo is thought to have started portrait in 1503 , at request of a Florentine business man ,who want to portrait of his wife ,(Lisa Gherardini ), Leonardo continued working on the p ... Show More
2m 4s
Mar 2023
Re-Air: Why Vermeer’s Many Secrets Are Now Coming to Light
Next to the Mona Lisa, Johannes Vermeer’s Girl With a Pearl Earring is quite possibly the most famous portrait of all time. The 17th-century painting inspired a movie starring Scarlett Johansson and last year, was the target of climate activists protest, and it’s on view right no ... Show More
33m 15s
Apr 2024
Leonardo da Vinci: Renaissance Man (Re-release)
Dive into the world of Leonardo da Vinci, a true genius of the Renaissance! This video uncovers the life of Leonardo, showcasing his incredible work as an artist and inventor. From painting the famous Mona Lisa to designing extraordinary machines and studying the human body, Leon ... Show More
8m 25s