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Hidden Da Vinci Painting Unveiled in Milan for Visitors

1/22/2026

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Milan's culture officials are temporarily allowing visitors to view a hidden Leonardo da Vinci painting at Sforza Castle, according to Tomasso Sacchi.
The painting depicts a pergola and was concealed under plaster after Leonardo fled Milan in 1498.
It was rediscovered in the early 20th century but misidentified as a repainted version.
From February 7 to March 14, visitors can view restorers cleaning the work with Japanese rice paper.

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Milan's culture officials are temporarily allowing visitors to view a hidden Leonardo da Vinci painting at Sforza Castle, according to Tomasso Sacchi.
The painting depicts a pergola and was concealed under plaster after Leonardo fled Milan in 1498.
It was rediscovered in the early 20th century but misidentified as a repainted version.
From February 7 to March 14, visitors can view restorers cleaning the work with Japanese rice paper.