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Detail from "Genevra de Benci" by Leonardo da Vinci, c. 1470 - National Gallery, Washington
D.C., USA.
A young Florentine lady, much admired by her contemporaries for her culture,
beauty and character. Ginevra or Geneva, in Italian relates to genepro for
juniper. Some time ago, this panel was cut down. Its brilliant tones reflect
recent cleaning and restoration.
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