The history and subsequent restoration of Salvator Mundi, attributed to Leonardo da Vinci, continues to spark intrigue, especially regarding its future role in a planned Saudi museum.
Art historians and auction houses have been embroiled in disputes over Salvator Mundi’s authenticity and the scandal surrounding its staggering $450 million sale.
New evidence suggests that Salvator Mundi will serve as the centerpiece of a major new museum in Riyadh, which is aimed at enhancing Saudi Arabia's cultural image.
The painting's remarkable reputation, being compared to the Mona Lisa, is expected to draw attention to a new Louvre in Saudi Arabia and aide in art-washing.
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