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Explore some mind-boggling art restoration stories like da Vinci's The Last Supper and more iconic creations revealing what was hidden underneath....

Art Theft and Art Heist of the Century So, what really cooked up the craze for Mona Lisa, the world’s most adorable face? Was it her non-decipherable enigmatic half-smile or the desperate attempts to loot this legendary and immortal creation of artist Leonardo de Vinci time and time over? Did you know that Napoleon Bonaparte kept this immortal painting of the mysterious lady in his private collection to adorn his bedroom wall? He enjoyed the privilege of her company for four

Through the pages of history, art and artists have been targeted time and again. They have faced the wrath of the community, critics, skeptics on account of blasphemy, challenging doctrines, and toppling the political power algorithms. It has always been a bumpy road for art to flourish, to conquer, and to establish the truth through the seeker’s eyes. Several artistic creations were censored, banned, and silenced on purpose. Still, art survived through the passage of time. I

Why not look at some art that reflects scary fall moods and get ready for Halloween?

Art is meant to evoke different emotions among viewers irrespective of its medium and type. However, when it manages to stir unwelcomed emotions it becomes a controversial artwork, likely to cause a scandal. Artists throughout history have been known to break societal barriers and norms to create something unique. However, not every piece of art has been received the same by the audience. While some managed to establish new schools of art, others caused controversies that sho