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Lost Masterpieces: Stolen, Damaged, Mislaid, Destroyed – The World’s Most Elusive Works of Art
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Discover the extraordinary stories behind the world’s missing works of art.
Travel back in time to discover works of art that have vanished from the record, as well as those that went missing and have since been reclaimed or recovered. From the treasures of Tutankhamun to the altarpiece of Ghent, a missing Fabergé egg, and Vincent van Gogh’s majestic Sunset at Montmajour, numerous masterpieces have disappeared throughout history as a result of theft, looting, natural catastrophe, or conflict… And some have resurfaced decades or even centuries later!
– Features images of the artworks where available, or specially commissioned illustrations of them based on written accounts
-Includes details of the ongoing debate about whether looted art should be returned to its country of originDelve into the mysteries of ancient Egyptian tombs, marvel at the hoards unearthed by archaeologists, and discover the skulduggery behind the disappearance of priceless Rembrandts and Vermeers, and see the world of art and antiquities in a whole new light! A must-have volume for adults and young adults with an interest in art, culture and history, whether you’re an art or history student, a collector of art antiques, or you’re simply a curious lifelong learner, Lost Masterpieces is sure to delight.
Description
Binding Type: Hardcover
Author: DK
Published: 09/27/2022
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9780744056358
Pages: 192
Weight: 1.08lbs
Size: 7.75h x 6.15w x 0.83d
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Weight | 1.08 lbs |
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Dimensions | 7.75 × 6.15 × 0.83 in |
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