Anthony Amore M.
Art of the Con, The
- ISBN 13:
- 9781250108609
- author:
- Anthony Amore M.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- St. Martin's Griffin Reprint edition
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 15.6 x 2 x 23.5 cm
- Genre:
- , M., Anthony Amore,Art of the Con, The,St. Martin's Griffin,1250108608,True Crime,History - Contemporary (1945-),Art,Art & Art Instruction,Art Identification And Forgery,Crime And Criminals,Art, Architecture & Photography,ART / Techniques / General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Art of the Con: Notorious Fakes, Frauds, and Forgeries in the Art World Anthony M. Amore's book delves into the world of art scams, revealing the stories of some of history's most notorious yet untold cons. These elaborate schemes involve stolen art, Nazi plundered art, and online auction site scams that have resulted in millions being lost by unsuspecting buyers. Using interviews and newly released court documents, The Art of the Con takes a closer look at the investigations that led to the capture of the con men. It's a story of confidence tricks that worked, and the people who were duped into believing they had invested in something valuable. The book sheds light on the world of art forgery, where the line between truth and deception is often blurred. With its unique blend of true crime and history, The Art of the Con offers a fascinating look at the darker side of the art world.
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