The Mona Lisa is a portrait painting by the Italian artist Leonardo da Vinci, regarded as one of the most famous works of art in the world. Painted in the early 16th century, it is renowned for its enigmatic expression, the complex use of sfumato, and its captivating subject—the smiling figure often thought to be Lisa Gherardini, wife of Florentine cloth merchant Francesco del Giocondo. Join us in exploring the fascinating story behind this iconic artwork.