Art Theft
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The Double Market
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Author : Keith Middlemas
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1975
The Double Market written by Keith Middlemas and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1975 with True Crime categories.
Art Theft
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Author : Bonnie Burnham
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1978
Art Theft written by Bonnie Burnham and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1978 with Archaeological thefts categories.
Museum Of The Missing
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Author : Simon Houpt
language : en
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Release Date : 2006
Museum Of The Missing written by Simon Houpt and has been published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Art categories.
An investigation into modern art theft.
Art Theft And The Case Of The Stolen Turners
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Author : Sandy Nairne
language : en
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Release Date : 2011-09-15
Art Theft And The Case Of The Stolen Turners written by Sandy Nairne and has been published by Reaktion Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-09-15 with Art categories.
In 1994 two important paintings by J.M.W. Turner—then valued at twenty-four million pounds—were stolen from a German public gallery while on loan from Tate Britain. In this vivid, personal account, Sandy Nairne who was then Director of Programmes at the Tate and became centrally involved in the pursuit of the paintings and the negotiations for their return, retells this complex, 8-year, cloak-and-dagger story, which finally concluded in 2002 with the pictures returning to public display at the Tate. In addition to this thrilling narrative, Nairne unravels stories of other high-value art thefts, puzzling what motivates a thief to steal a well-known work of art that cannot be sold, even on the black market. Nairne also examines the role of art theft within the larger underworld of international looting and illicit deals among art and antique collectors. The art heist, of course, is a popular theme of crime novels and films, and Nairne considers these depictions as well, investigating the imaginative construction of the art thief, the specialist detective, and the mysterious collector. Art Theft and the Case of the Stolen Turners is a compelling, real-life detective story that will keep both art and mystery lovers eagerly turning pages.
Art Theft And Forgery Investigation
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Author : Robert E. Spiel
language : en
Publisher: Charles C Thomas Publisher
Release Date : 2000-01-01
Art Theft And Forgery Investigation written by Robert E. Spiel and has been published by Charles C Thomas Publisher this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000-01-01 with Law categories.
The goal of this unique manual is to arm criminal investigators with tools and weapons that are suitable and effective against art theft and forgery. The author, with over 25 years' experience in the art theft investigation field, presents comprehensive techniques, tips, and ideas to help dimish the level of frustration experienced by criminal investigators required to handle the growing number and magnitude of art crimes. The structure of the manual is simple and direct. The first part guides the reader in the use of the text and introduces the art world environment. The second part discusses the investigator's interaction with the victim, including interviewing, crime scene investigation, and identifying and developing suspects. Part three deals with offenders and covers such topics as art theft methods, forgery techniques, methods of distribution, and investigative countermeasures. The final section presents a comprehensive review of solutions and recoveries, including chapters on legal weapons, insurance and rewards, the use of experts, universal and variable contact group classifications, object bulletins, art criminal photo albums, informant development, undercover methods, unidentified victims, and recovery and seizure of stolen or fake art. In addition, the book is complemented by an extensive glossary and bibliographic resources. This exceptionally unique manual is intended to function at an intensely practical level and is intended for both study and immediate reference.
The Art Thief
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Author : Michael Finkel
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2023-06-22
The Art Thief written by Michael Finkel and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-06-22 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
The true story of the world’s most prolific art thief, who accumulated a collection worth over $1.4 billion. A spellbinding portrait of obsession and flawed genius, from the bestselling author of The Stranger in the Wood. For centuries, works of art have been stolen in countless ways from all over the world, but no one has been quite as successful at it as the master thief Stéphane Breitwieser. Carrying out more than 200 heists over nearly ten years - in museums and cathedrals all over Europe - Breitwieser, along with his girlfriend who worked as his lookout, stole more than 300 objects, until it all fell apart in spectacular fashion. In The Art Thief, Michael Finkel brings us into Breitwieser’s strange and fascinating world. Unlike most thieves, he never stole for money, keeping all his treasures in his home, where he could admire them to his heart’s content. Possessed of a remarkable appreciation for art and an innate ability to assess practically any security system, Breitwieser managed to pull off a breathtakingly number of audacious thefts. Yet these strange talents bred a growing disregard for risk and an addict’s need to score, leading Breitwieser to ignore his girlfriend’s pleas to stop - until one final act of hubris brought everything crashing down. This is a riveting story of art, crime, and an insatiable hunger to possess beauty at any cost. As a real page-turner that seems almost unbelievable in its twists and turns, The Art Thief explores the true story of the art collector who went to extreme lengths to expand his personal collection – and the thrill of the heist that kept him going.
The Lost Mona Lisa
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Author : R A Scotti
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2009-11-10
The Lost Mona Lisa written by R A Scotti and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-11-10 with History categories.
In the late afternoon of Sunday, 20 August 1911, three men strolled into the Louvre museum in Paris. Disguising themselves as museum staff they hid until nightfall. Sixteen hours later the most famous painting in the world, the Mona Lisa, had vanished. The theft of the Mona Lisa was the greatest crime ever to hit the art world. France closed her borders, a massive man-hunt was launched, even Picasso was a suspect - but all to no avail, the Mona Lisa had gone...until two years later when a letter arrived in Florence signed 'Leonardo'; the painting was for sale. The Lost Mona Lisa uncovers the truth behind the 'crime of the century'. It is a story to rival the best detective fiction - a story of audacious thieves, art forgers, shadowy conmen, millionaire collectors, a global manhunt, and the most beautiful and enigmatic woman in the world, Mona Lisa Gioconda.
Art Theft Secrets
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Author : Joshua Butler
language : en
Publisher: Daniel O Brien
Release Date :
Art Theft Secrets written by Joshua Butler and has been published by Daniel O Brien this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Step into a world where priceless masterpieces vanish into thin air and the lines between art, crime, and obsession blur. "Art Theft Secrets: The Dark World of Stolen Masterpieces" reveals the captivating stories behind some of the most audacious and daring art heists in history. From the audacious theft of the "Girl with a Pearl Earring" to the mysterious disappearance of "Campbell's Soup Cans," you'll be plunged into a world of cunning criminals, forged masterpieces, and the relentless pursuit of stolen treasures. This gripping narrative takes you on a global journey, delving into the minds of art thieves, the art world's blind spots, and the captivating history of stolen masterpieces. You'll meet the "Gentlemen" thieves, the master forgers, and the art world conspirators who have orchestrated some of the most infamous art heists of all time. Discover the untold stories of stolen Van Goghs, Rembrandts, Picassos, and more. Explore the mystery surrounding missing works, the controversies surrounding forgeries, and the ongoing fight to protect art from the shadows. "Art Theft Secrets" will keep you on the edge of your seat, unveiling the dark underbelly of the art world and the enduring allure of stolen masterpieces.
Crimes Of The Art World
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Author : Thomas D. Bazley Ph.D.
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Release Date : 2010-02-26
Crimes Of The Art World written by Thomas D. Bazley Ph.D. and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-02-26 with Law categories.
This book offers a revealing look at the full scope of criminal activity in the art world—a category of crime that is far more pervasive than is generally realized. Forgeries, fakes, fencing, and felony theft—all are pervasive problems in the world of art, where the stakes are high, the networks wide, and the consequences profound. In recent years, suspicious acquisitions, unreliable provenances, and shady dealers have found their way into the headlines as museums and private collections have been confronted with everything from fake pieces to stolen antiquities to plain old theft and vandalism. Crimes of the Art World captures the full scope of this staggeringly lucrative field of criminal conduct, showing how its impact reaches well beyond the walls of the museum. Filled with fascinating stories of crime and greed, this revealing volume looks at case after case of thefts, forgeries, fakes, and illicit trafficking, as well as the political/religious victimization of art, white-collar art crime, and vandalism. The book examines each type of crime in terms of frequency, losses, and characteristics of victims and criminals. Concluding chapters focus on preventive measures, art crime investigation, and security issues.
The Chiaroscuro Market
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Author : Kempton Mooney
language : en
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Release Date : 2013-08-02
The Chiaroscuro Market written by Kempton Mooney and has been published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-08-02 with Art categories.
In 1999, 24,598 works of art and antiques were stolen in Italy alone. Some of these works were recovered, while others have been distributed through channels they otherwise would not have traveled. Art theft is one of the largest international crimes in the world today but it is little discussed due to fears of revealing vulnerabilities and errors. The Chiaroscuro Market takes a deep look at art theft, its impact on the art world, and how the two feed off each other in a symbiotic relationship.