Lisa del Giocondo

Subject of Mona Lisa painting

Lisa del Giocondo - Subject of Mona Lisa painting
Born

1479
546 years ago

Died

July 15th, 1542
483 years ago — 63 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Italy

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A Florentine woman, widely recognized as the subject of Leonardo da Vinci's renowned painting, 'Mona Lisa', created between 1503 and 1506. The artwork exemplifies high Renaissance portraiture and has garnered immense historical and artistic significance. Little is known about her life, but she belonged to a prominent family and married Francesco del Giocondo, a merchant. The painting's enigmatic expression and masterful technique contributed to its status as one of the most famous artworks in the world. The portrait's identity has led to numerous interpretations and discussions over the centuries.

Being the subject of the painting Mona Lisa

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