Ma,Ma,Ma...Ma,Ma...Look what I can do!
March 28, 2024 2:17 AM Subscribe
You might be more likely to send a text or email these days, however, some people still use letters to send fan mail. While plenty of celebrities receive messages of adoration, it turns out that you can also send fan mail to the “Mona Lisa.”
Thanks to a special mailing address as well as a mailslot in the Louvre that’s located in the area of the famous artwork that was created by Leonardo da Vinci in 1503, those who feel inclined can write a message to the beloved masterpiece.
What could they possibly say in their notes? Artnet explains:
The letters, which the museum stores inside its labyrinthine archive, come in many different shapes and sizes. Some leave unanswerable questions about Leonardo’s work, while others ask the polymath for life advice. Others still address their writing to the enigmatic woman in the painting, declaring their love and even asking for her hand in marriage. They write poems, sometimes accompanied by flowers or small mementos.
What would you write to the “Mona Lisa” if you were to offer her fan mail? You can do just that by mailing your message using the address below:
Musée du Louvre, Service des publics
A l’attention de Mona Lisa
75058 Paris Cedex 01, France
The letters, which the museum stores inside its labyrinthine archive, come in many different shapes and sizes. Some leave unanswerable questions about Leonardo’s work, while others ask the polymath for life advice. Others still address their writing to the enigmatic woman in the painting, declaring their love and even asking for her hand in marriage. They write poems, sometimes accompanied by flowers or small mementos.
What would you write to the “Mona Lisa” if you were to offer her fan mail? You can do just that by mailing your message using the address below:
Musée du Louvre, Service des publics
A l’attention de Mona Lisa
75058 Paris Cedex 01, France
I read this aloud to Mrs. Blank, who said: “Does she write back? Because I want THAT job!”
posted by martin q blank at 4:23 AM on March 28 [1 favorite]
posted by martin q blank at 4:23 AM on March 28 [1 favorite]
I want THAT job!
For many years, the building society occupying 221B Baker Street employed a staffer to reply to the many enquires it received for Sherlock Holmes. There's a book.
posted by Paul Slade at 5:45 AM on March 28 [2 favorites]
For many years, the building society occupying 221B Baker Street employed a staffer to reply to the many enquires it received for Sherlock Holmes. There's a book.
posted by Paul Slade at 5:45 AM on March 28 [2 favorites]
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Thank You,
Your Car Manufacturer's Warranty Department
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Mona,
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posted by RonButNotStupid at 9:15 AM on March 28 [1 favorite]
This is your final notice. Your car's extended warranty is about to expire. If you do not renew in the next 30 days, you could be at-risk for paying high repair costs. Enroll now before it is too late.
Thank You,
Your Car Manufacturer's Warranty Department
--
Mona,
Sorry we missed you! Here's your Renewal By Anderson estimate for new windows and siding for your home at 99 Rue de Rivoli, Paris, FR 75001
Please give me a call at 555-555-5555 ASAP!
Steve
posted by RonButNotStupid at 9:15 AM on March 28 [1 favorite]
Ugh. The only thing being that bombarded by Renewal By Anderson junk mail has convinced me of is that when I need new windows, they're going to be anything but Renewal By Anderson.
posted by xedrik at 12:26 PM on March 28
posted by xedrik at 12:26 PM on March 28
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