The Lost Painting by Jonathan Harr
The Quest for a Caravaggio Masterpiece
"The Lost Painting" tells the story of a lost masterpiece by Italian Baroque artist Caravaggio, titled "The Taking of Christ." The book follows the journey of a young art historian, Francesca Cappelletti, as she sets out to uncover the painting's whereabouts. Along the way, she encounters a cast of characters including art dealers, art historians, and even a mafia boss. Through meticulous research and a bit of luck, Cappelletti finally locates the painting in a Dublin Jesuit house, where it had been hanging for centuries, unrecognized as a Caravaggio. The book is a captivating tale of art history, detective work, and the power of obsession.
The 11636th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2005
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 271-320
- Original Language
- English
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
- - A Obra Prima Desaparecida
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- The 10 Best Books Through Time (New York Times)