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During World War II, Jacques Jaujard orchestrated a secret mission. His aim was to safeguard France's art. He moved the Mona Lisa and other treasures ...

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In this 'guess the country' challenge, you will be provided with three visual clues, which hint at a country name that you ...

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Despite being a prolific draughtsman, fewer than 20 paintings by Leonardo survive. But which were his greatest hits?

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The results verify the continuity of the Da Vinci male lineage back to at least the 15th generation, more than 500 years ...

Pictured here is unveiling of the painting from its packing case ... Where the face of the Mona Lisa once peered inscrutably at visitors, a worker scribbled her French name: La Joconde.