It appears there might be a slight misunderstanding in the term "Salvator Mundi Canticle." **"Salvator Mundi" (Latin for "Savior of the World")** is overwhelmingly famous as the title of a painting by **Leonardo da Vinci**. It's one of the most significant and debated artworks in history. A **"canticle,"** on the other hand, is a hymn, a song, or a poetic passage, often from a religious text, typically sung or recited in a religious service. Examples include the Magnificat, the Nunc Dimittis, or the Te Deum. **Therefore, there isn't one single, widely recognized, definitive work known as "The Salvator Mundi Canticle."** However, the term could refer to a few possibilities: 1. **A Hymn or Sacred Music Piece that uses the Theme "Salvator Mundi":** * Many traditional Christian hymns, prayers, and choral works use the phrase "Salvator Mundi" or speak of "Christ, Savior of the World." These are indeed canticles or hymns. * For example, there are various musical settings of texts that reference Christ as the "Savior of the World." These might be ancient plainchant, Renaissance motets, or modern compositions. 2. **A Musical Composition or Literary Work *Inspired by* the Leonardo da Vinci Painting:** * Given the immense fame, mystery, and controversy surrounding Leonardo's "Salvator Mundi" painting (especially after its record-breaking sale in 2017), it's entirely plausible that a modern composer, poet, or writer might create a "canticle" (in the sense of a devotional song, poem, or meditative piece) *inspired by* the painting itself, its symbolism, its journey, or its subject. * However, no such work has gained widespread recognition specifically as "The Salvator Mundi Canticle." **If you are looking for information about "Salvator Mundi," you are most likely interested in:** * **The Leonardo da Vinci Painting:** * **Subject:** Depicts Jesus Christ in Renaissance dress, making the sign of the cross with his right hand and holding a translucent, non-refracting crystal orb in his left, signifying his role as "Savior of the World" and master of the cosmos. * **Artist:** Attributed to Leonardo da Vinci (though some scholars debate the extent of his involvement, particularly after its restoration). * **History:** Long thought lost, it was rediscovered in 2005, heavily overpainted and damaged. After extensive restoration, it was authenticated and exhibited. * **Sale:** Famously sold at Christie's in New York in November 2017 for **$450.3 million**, making it the most expensive painting ever sold. * **Current Location:** Believed to be owned by Saudi Prince Badr bin Abdullah Al Saud and possibly held on his yacht or intended for display at the Louvre Abu Dhabi, though its public display has been delayed. * **Significance:** Its existence and attribution have generated significant art historical debate and public fascination, making it one of the most talked-about artworks of the 21st century. **In summary:** While "Salvator Mundi" refers primarily to Leonardo's iconic painting, the concept of a "canticle" related to the "Savior of the World" theme is common in Christian tradition. If you heard of a "Salvator Mundi Canticle," it could be a specific, lesser-known hymn, or a modern work inspired by the painting, rather than a single famous piece. Could you provide more context on where you encountered the term "Salvator Mundi Canticle"? That might help pinpoint what you're looking for.