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What is the history of the Mona Lisa painting?
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The Mona Lisa is an oil painting created by the Italian Renaissance artist Leonardo da Vinci between 1503 and 1506. It is believed to be a portrait of Lisa Gherardini, the wife of the merchant Francesco del Giocondo. It is one of the most famous paintings in the world and has been described as “the best known, the most visited, the most written about, the most sung about, the most parodied work of art in the world”. It has been featured in many books, movies, television shows and even video games. Since it is one of the most iconic works of art in the world, the Mona Lisa holds a special place in art history. Its enigmatic smile has helped make it so popular, and it continues to fascinate people to this day.