Flood at Louvre damages 15th-century paintings

A flood occurred at the Louvre, one of the world's largest museums, damaging major 15th-century artworks. According to museum representatives, the leak happened during a private painting storage session where the usual humidity levels were increased, leading to canvas damage. Louvre staff have already begun treating and restoring the damaged paintings, but the full extent of the damage is still being assessed. The institute's director notes that additional evaluations and protective measures for the collection will be carried out in the coming weeks.

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The Louvre is one of the largest museums in the world, housing a rich art collection, including works from the Renaissance period.