Description |
xi, 155 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (colour) ; 24 cm |
Contents |
Introduction to the world's most famous artwork -- The most famous heist in history -- Inside the masterpiece -- when picasso stole the Mona Lisa -- From unimaginable to untraceable -- How Mona Lisa reached Florence and the hero on trial -- Did the Nazis steal the Mona Lisa? -- Myths and misconceptions. -- How do we know it's the real one? -- Why Lisa is smiling. |
Summary |
"Here's the complete Mona Lisa story which includes that of the world's most famous art theft for which Pablo Picasso was arrested as a suspect"-- Provided by publisher. |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 151-152) and index. |
Subject |
Leonardo, da Vinci, 1452-1519. Mona Lisa.
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Art thefts -- France -- Paris.
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TRUE CRIME / Heists & Robberies
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ART015030
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ART / European
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Genre/Form |
True crime stories.
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Added Title |
Complete story of the world's most famous artwork |
ISBN |
9781538181362 (hardcover) |
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1538181363 (hardcover) |
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