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The Mona Lisa has been behind a thick bulletproof layer of glass since 1956. I'm kind of surprised actually that they haven't found a better way to exhibit it
by AlanYx 1y ago
The Mona Lisa has been behind a thick bulletproof layer of glass since 1956.
I'm kind of surprised actually that they haven't found a better way to exhibit it in close to 70 years. But the protective layer is a big part of why it's underwhelming in person.
- isolli 1y agoYou are correct. I was convinced I had seen her unprotected in my childhood. Memories can be deceptive...