She was 24 at the time of the painting. Mona Lisa had five children altogether and died at the age of 63 with no idea of the fame she would achieve someday.

"When I came to Lecco. I realized he had painted the Mona Lisa here." For centuries, art historians have been trying to ...

She said a growing flow of visitors was causing a “physical strain.” The memo also called for finding a new spot for the Mona Lisa to better manage the throngs of tourists who come to see her.