Sinopse
The Art of Forgery: The Minds, Motives and Methods of Master Forgers
chronicles the mystery, intrigue and scandal of forgery, often considered the world's
most glamorous crime. The history of art and cultural forgery is packed with true-crime
stories - both fabled and lesser-known - that are fascinating, illuminating and often
bizarre. This book examines the adventures and misadventures of master forgers from
antiquity to today, delving into criminal minds driven by an intriguing mixture of
geniues, pride, revenge, fame, crime, opportunism, money and power. Art crime expert Noah
Charney investigates how and the world's most artful tricksters - often ingenious and
charming - succeeded in deceiving the art world. He exposes the tricks of their trade, and
describes how they were eventually caught, through shrewd detective work, scientific
examination or sheer luck. He also reveals how the art world is, in many ways, complicit,
stepping eagerly into the traps laid by these crafty criminals. Welcome to the world of
forgery. A word of warning - don't always believe your eyes.