False Impressions

The Hunt for Big-Time Art Fakes

Autori

• Thomas Hoving

Parametri

Pagine

384pagine

Tempo di lettura

14ore

• Arte / Cultura
• Biografie e pensieri
• Narrativa
• Saggistica
• Storia

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Exploring the world of fine art collecting, this book uncovers a fascinating array of art fakes and the individuals deceived by them. Thomas Hoving highlights notorious forgeries, including the Shroud of Turin and pre-Columbian pottery, revealing their historical significance and the impact on collectors. With a mix of intriguing stories and previously unknown scams, the narrative sheds light on the darker side of art appreciation, showcasing the most embarrassing and costly deceptions in the art world.

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Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 1997

(In brossura)