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The Art Of The Con: The Most Notorious Fakes, Frauds, And Forgeries In The Art World
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Art Scams Are Today So Numerous That The Specter Of A Lawsuit Arising From A Mistaken Attribution Has Scared A Number Of Experts Away From The Business Of Authentication And Forgery, And With Good Reason. Art Scams Are Increasingly Convincing And Involve Incredible Sums Of Money. The Cons Perpetrated By Unscrupulous Art Dealers And Their Accomplices Are Proportionately Elaborate.Anthony M. Amore'S The Art Of The Con Tells The Stories Of Some Of History'S Most Notorious Yet Untold Cons. They Involve Stolen Art Hidden For Decades; Elaborate Ruses That Involve The Nazis And Allegedly Plundered Art; The Theft Of A Conceptual Prototype From A Wellknown Artist By His Assistant To Be Used Later To Create Copies; The Use Of Online And Television Auction Sites To Scam Buyers Out Of Millions; And Other Confidence Scams Incredible Not Only For Their Boldness But More So Because They Actually Worked. Using Interviews And Newly Released Court Documents, The Art Of The Con Will Also Take The Reader Into The Investigations That Led To The Capture Of The Con Men, Who Oftentimes Return Back To The World Of Crime. For Some, It'S An Irresistible Urge Because Their Innocent Dupes All Share Something In Common: They Want To Believe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'The Art of the Con'? A: 'The Art of the Con' explores various art scams, forgeries, and cons within the art world, detailing notorious cases and the methods used by con artists.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Anthony M. Amore, who has extensive experience in art crime investigations.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Art of the Con' have? A: 'The Art of the Con' contains 272 pages, providing an in-depth look into art fraud.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a quality feel.
- Q: When was 'The Art of the Con' published? A: 'The Art of the Con' was published on July 14, 2015.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, 'The Art of the Con' is a first edition.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about infamous art scams, the psychology behind cons, and the investigations that brought some con artists to justice.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone new to art history? A: Yes, 'The Art of the Con' is accessible for readers new to art history, as it combines storytelling with factual information.
- Q: Are there any interviews included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes interviews and court document insights that enhance the narrative surrounding art scams.
- Q: What genre does 'The Art of the Con' fall under? A: 'The Art of the Con' is categorized under History, specifically relating to art crime and forgery.