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True Lies and Genuine Fakes

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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Art, Authenticity, and Deception

This chapter explores the contentious world of art forgeries following an anonymous tip, revealing the surprising authenticity of many pieces while questioning the legitimacy of a few. It also intertwines a dramatic courtroom narrative, highlighting the complexities of justice and the struggle between truth and perception in both art and legal defense.

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