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35: Don't DeExtinct the Dodo, Humans vs Computers, and Art Forgery

Let's Learn Everything!

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Is the Story Behind the Forgery More Interesting Than the Painting?

Most prolific forgers like Van Meager and Elmer operated in the early to mid 20th century. Although they were exceptional artists, they likely would not have been successful peddling their wares today due to advanced technology. Do you think Van Gogh would be as famous if he didn't have this kind of tragic backstory to it necessarily? I don't know. But yeah, it's part of the story.

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