The Sunday Courier, Issue No. 36, September 3–10, 1911. The theft of the Mona Lisa from the Louvre on August 21, 1911, quickly became a global media sensation, transforming the painting into a world-famous icon. Newspapers around the world, including The New York Times, covered what was widely described as the “art heist of the century,” publishing dramatic headlines and detailed reports on the investigation, the search for suspects, and the painting’s eventual recovery in 1913
The Mona Lisa: a timeless encounter
From Renaissance mastery to modern wonder, exploring the mystery behind the world’s most famous painting
12 September 2026
Orsolya Antoni
When I traveled to Paris, one of the main highlights of my visit was seeing the Mona Lisa in person. Standing in the crowded gallery of the Louvre Museum, surrounded by people from all over the world, I finally came face-to-face with one of the most famous paintings ever created. Despite its relatively small size, the painting has an undeniable presence. It felt surreal to witness a work of art that has fascinated humanity for over 500 years.
