Secrets of the Mona Lisa. Leonardo Da Vinci. 2015 Art Documentary

Secrets of the Mona Lisa. Leonardo Da Vinci. 2015 Art Documentary For Leonardo Da Vinci, every picture is a kind of encyclopedia entry. Secrets and hidden paintings in the Mona Lisa. The Mona Lisa: bewitching, seductive, world famous. In the minds of millions, she is the ultimate work of art. Yet behind the enigmatic smile, she remains a mystery, fuelling endless speculation and theories. But is that all about to change? Is the world's most famous painting finally giving up its secrets? Presented by Andrew Graham-Dixon, this landmark film uses new evidence to investigate the truth behind her identity and where she lived. It decodes centuries-old documents and uses state-of-the-art technology that could unlock the long-hidden truths of history's most iconic work of art. A French scientist, Pascal Cotte has spent more than 10 years analysing the painting with a Layer Amplification Method and found a hidden portrait. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainme... Now with his latest research he claims he has found another portrait of a different woman underneath - claims which are prompting controversy in the art world. Full Documentary. Featuring: Andrew Graham Dixon Pascal Cotte Martin Kemp Jean Piere Izbouts http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainme... http://www.telegraph.co.uk/art/artist... http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/tv... Understanding Contemporary Art Full Course:    • Art After Metaphysics by John David Ebert....   Brian Sewell Big Art Challenge UK Art Prize Full Series:    • Brian Sewell Big Art Challenge UK Art Priz...