Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

la-gioconda

Noun
/lɑː dʒiˈoʊ.kɒn.də/
Definition
La Gioconda, known in English as the Mona Lisa, is a famous portrait painting by the Italian artist Leonardo da Vinci.
Examples
  • The La Gioconda is housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris.
  • Many artists have tried to capture the essence of the La Gioconda in their own works.
  • She is known for her captivating smile in the La Gioconda.
Meaning
It represents a woman with an enigmatic expression and is considered a masterpiece of Renaissance art.
Synonyms
  • Mona Lisa
  • Portrait of Lisa Gherardini
  • Leonardo’s masterpiece