Myth & Mystery: Mona Lisa

by Réunion des musées nationaux (RMN)

Product Features

• DVD, Dolby Digital, NTSC, All zones,
• 104 minutes
• Languages: French, English, Japanese

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• ASIN: B000UXUE1W
• Date first available at Amazon.com: August 9, 2007

Product Description

The enigmatic smile of the Mona Lisa has fascinated the world for centuries. Léonardo da Vinci began painting the Mona Lisa in 1503 (during the Italian Renaissance) and, finished it shortly before he died in 1519. In this film, director Jean-Claude Bringuier recalls the history the legend and the mystery surrounding da Vinci's exquisite masterpiece. Included on the DVD is the documentary : Léonardo de Vinci at the Clos Lucé: The Final Voyage," A look at the many inventions the Renaissance genius made in his final years. Invited to Court in 1516 by François the First, Léonard da Vinci, travels to France from Italy. He carries with him many treasures, including the yet unfinished Mona Lisa, as well as his many plans for inventions, which were eventually made possible due to his royal patron at the Clos Lucé. This bonus documentary explores de Vinci's extraordinarily productive time at Clos Lucé.