Mona Lisa Survives Pastry Attack From Louvre Visitor in Disguise

It’s a centerpiece of the Louvre’s collection and is exhibited inside a protective, humidity-controlled glass case.

Then proceeds to smear cake on the glass, and throws roses everywhere all before being tackled by security.

The Mona Lisa’s enduring popularity has been traced in part to the subject’s enigmatic smile.

The woman in the painting was Lisa Gherardini, the wife of a silk merchant.

While the pastry attack was dramatic, the Mona Lisa was not in serious danger.