Why doesn't the Mona Lisa painting have eyebrows or lashes?

Second only to the mystery of her enigmatic smile is another question that has long fascinated art experts: what happened to Mona Lisa's eyebrows? ... read more

As well, depending on the work and the size of the painting, which Mona Lisa is quite small, attention goes more to the rest of her features. Adding strong brows would change the feel of the painting and while it may be more appropriate in a larger work, it isn't in a smaller one. read more

His conclusion is that Mona Lisa once had both eyebrows and eyelashes, but that these have been gradually eroded to the point that they are no longer visible. read more