The Mona Lisa Mystery
forgery
An extraordinarily good or impressive piece of art.
posed
Sat very still.
vanished
Disappeared; not in sight.
border
The line that divides one country or area from another.
theory
A possible explanation.
varnish
A clear, liquid seal that dries to protect a surface.
Louvre Museum
A famous art museum in Paris, France.
motive
A need or belief that causes a person to do something.
Mona Lisa
A painting by Leonardo da Vinci of a woman with a mysterious smile. It is now of the most readily recognized paintings in the world.
antiques
Art, furniture, or objects that are old and valuable.