Leonardo's Enigma: The Elusive Journey of the Salvator Mundi |#pastlens #PastLens

Unravel the captivating tale of Leonardo da Vinci's enigmatic final masterpiece, the "Salvator Mundi." Painted during the twilight of his legendary career, this serene depiction of Christ as the Savior of the World teases the boundaries between art and mystery. Commissioned by French King Louis XII in the early 16th century, it remained an elusive enigma for nearly half a millennium. The painting's surprise reappearance led to a breathtaking $450 million auction in 2017, cementing its legacy as the most expensive artwork ever sold. Yet, like Leonardo's genius, its current location swirls in a cloud of controversy and intrigue, leaving us to ponder where this enigmatic masterpiece resides today.

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