In a breathtaking turning point in art history, a missing masterpiece by Leonardo da Vinci was discovered in a secret depot in Switzerland.
Leonardo da Vinci who has disappeared from the scene , the iconic “Salvator Mundi” was found in a secret depot in Geneva (Switzerland). This sensational find causes great sensation.
The painting, which was auctioned in 2017 for an art auction for the record price of $ 450 million from the Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman, is considered the most expensive work of art in the world. After the auction, it had disappeared from the radar for years.
The site: a secret depot in Switzerland
The "Salvator Mundi" , the work of the genius of the Renaissance, was discovered in a secret depot in Geneva, which is used by the Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman. The whereabouts of the painting was the subject of numerous speculations after the record auction at Christie's .
Since a spectacular art auction in 2017, Leonardo da Vinci's “Salvator Mundi” has been considered the most expensive painting in the world
Backgrounds for discovery
Now, as part of a BBC documentation, the light came to light that the valuable painting was kept in the Bin Salmans camp under the strictest safety precautions.
According to reports of The Times, confirmed by Professor Bernard Haykel, a close advisor to the Crown Prince and lecturer for Middle East studies at Princeton University.
Salvator Mundi - a masterpiece of the Renaissance
The work itself, a portrait of Jesus Christ, which is entitled "Salvator Mundi" , is a fascinating example for Da Vinci's unmistakable style. It shows Christ with his right hand blessed and holding a crystal ball in the left hand.
The fine details and the remarkable use of the Chiaroscuro technology make it a prime example of Renaissance art.
Mohammed bin Salman's vision: a super museum
But the discovery of the painting is only the beginning. It is reported that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman plans to open "supermuseum" This museum should not only house the "Salvator Mundi", but also an impressive collection of other masterpieces and exhibits of invaluable value.
This ambitious plan is part of the Vision 2030, a comprehensive plan of the crown prince who aims to transform Saudi Arabia's cultural and economic profile and to make the country a leading center for art and culture in the Middle East and beyond.
A new era for art
This find opens up new opportunities for the art world and art lovers. Experts are already discussing the implications of this discovery. Will the "Salvator Mundi" be shown in a public exhibition?
In what context is the work presented and what role will it play in the future plans of the Saudi kingdom?
Historical meaning and controversy
The "Salvator Mundi" is not only important because of its enormous financial value; He also carries a rich history and numerous controversy. Originally from the private collection of King Charles I of England, the painting has been sold and restored several times over the centuries, which has led to debates about his authenticity and condition.
The authenticity of the "Salvator Mundi" was first confirmed in 2005 after a thorough scientific examination and restoration was tackled. Since then, the painting has made headlines again and again, especially due to his record sale in 2017 for $ 450 million at Christie's in New York.
Reactions of the art world
The unveiling of this discovery has triggered a wave of reactions in the art world. Museums, art historians and collectors worldwide express their opinion and expectations regarding the future of this masterpiece. Some praise the discovery and the planned exhibitions as milestone, while others are concerned about the further preservation and safety of the painting.
Owner and managing director of Kunstplaza . Publicist, editor and passionate blogger in the field of art, design and creativity since 2011. Successful conclusion in web design as part of a university degree (2008). Further development of creativity techniques through courses in free drawing, expression painting and theatre/acting. Profound knowledge of the art market through many years of journalistic research and numerous collaborations with actors/institutions from art and culture.
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