Fakers Old and New - Maurice Chideckel - Bog

""Fakers Old and New"" by Maurice Chideckel is a book that explores the world of art forgery. The author delves into the history of art forgery, from the earliest known cases to modern-day examples, and examines the motivations and techniques of the forgers. The book features numerous examples of famous art forgeries, including the work of notorious forgers such as Han van Meegeren and Eric Hebborn. Chideckel also discusses the ways in which technology has impacted the art world, both in terms of detecting forgeries and creating new ones. The book is a fascinating look at the world of art forgery and the people who perpetrate it, as well as the impact it has on the art world as a whole.1933. A history of cunning and stupidity. The title and subtitle say it all. Chapters entitled: Within the Borders of the USA; In the Land of the Muscovite; Cosmopolitan Fakers; Ladies and Gentlemen of Merrie England; Romantic Fakers of the chosen People; The East at the Dawn of History and Later; Careers, Brief and Brusque.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.