Over 100 essays by the art critic of the Daily Telegraph about significant art exhibitions throughout the UK, and in Paris, Amsterdam, New York and Washington, ranging from early prehistoric art of the Ice Age to the performance art of today,
The narrative unfolds through a mysterious phone call that leads art critic Richard Dorment into a decade-long exploration of the art world's corruption and authentication challenges. Following Joe Simon, an art collector facing the discrediting of his Warhol paintings, the story weaves through a vibrant cast of characters, including celebrities, forgers, and mob lawyers. Blending elements of detective work, art history, and courtroom drama, it reveals the intricate and often dark interplay between art, money, and power.
By the long-time art critic of &i;>The Daily Telegraph&/i>, &i;>Warhol After Warhol &/i>tells the David-and-Goliath story of collector Joe Simon and his struggles with the [Andy] Warhol Authentication Board, a tale of power, corruption and lies, a &i;>Bad Blood&/i> for the art world.