We have lots of detailed images of it. If the real thing is destroyed, oh well.

Also, it was put in The Blockchain, so we're good.

It would live on as a ripped up painting with two wheel marks run across it and a very interesting backstory.

true. and then people would debate for decades if it should be repaired or not.

https://www.wantedinrome.com/news/the-day-michelangelos-piet...

I voted to save it but it really is a terrible experience trying to see it in person.