Water leaks into the Louvre's Cimabue exhibition, landing close to the master's greatest early painting

On May 3, a hailstorm caused water infiltration in the Louvre, notably affecting the exhibition showcasing Cimabue's 'Maestà', an iconic 13th-century painting. While drops of water fell near this masterpiece and a nearby sculpture by Nicola Pisano, museum representatives assured that there was no damage to any artworks. The incident raised concerns about the museum's infrastructure, particularly regarding its glass roofs. Fortunately, other artworks were either protected or untouched, showing the museum's efforts to safeguard invaluable pieces.

Water leaked into the Louvre during a hailstorm, almost dripping onto Cimabue's 'Maestà', but museum confirmed that no artworks were damaged.

While drops fell nearby Cimabue's 'Maestà' and other artworks, they remained unharmed, highlighting the museum's ongoing challenges with water infiltration.

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