Provenance by Laney Salisbury
How a Con Man and a Forger Rewrote the History of Modern Art
In this gripping true story, readers are taken into the shadowy world of art forgery, where a master con artist and his accomplice orchestrate one of the most audacious scams in art history. Through meticulous research and cunning deception, they manage to fool the art world, selling fake paintings and creating false histories for them, all while navigating the intricate web of dealers, collectors, and experts. The narrative delves into the psychology of deception, the allure of art, and the thin line between authenticity and illusion, revealing the vulnerabilities and blind spots within the art establishment.
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- Published
- 2009
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- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 352
- Original Language
- English
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