Protesters in Paris caused a stir when they flung soup at the bullet-proof glass protecting Leonardo da Vinci’s renowned masterpiece, the “Mona Lisa.” The activists were advocating for the right to “healthy and sustainable food,” as they doused the glass with red and orange soup. This audacious act garnered gasps from onlookers at the Louvre museum. Standing before the iconic painting, the women questioned whether art or access to nutritious food was of greater importance. They criticized the ailing agricultural system and expressed concern for struggling farmers.
The demonstration coincided with ongoing protests by French farmers, who have been demanding improved pay, taxes, and regulations. Prime Minister Gabriel Attal recently announced certain measures to address their grievances, but road blockages persist across the country.
This incident follows a trend of climate activists staging similar stunts targeting world-famous artworks, aiming to highlight the urgent need for action against fossil fuels and environmental protection.
Interestingly, this is not the first time the “Mona Lisa” has faced an attack. In May 2022, a 36-year-old man threw a custard pie at the painting, expressing frustration that artists were not adequately addressing environmental concerns. Fortunately, the thick glass enclosure shielded the masterpiece from harm.
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