Against the Rules with Michael Lewis The Hand of Leonardo
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Apr 23, 2019 Jan Kors, a senior managing director at Pearl Meyer, dives into the enigmatic world of art and finance. He discusses the legendary painting 'Salvatore Mundi' and the controversies surrounding its authenticity and valuation. Kors explores the implications of CEO compensation disparities, questioning the rationale behind exorbitant salaries in contrast to average workers. He also addresses the role of artificial intelligence in enhancing business efficiency, revealing how technology reshapes the landscape of art valuation and executive pay.
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Wildenstein Gallery Experience
- Michael Lewis recounts his time as a stock boy for the Wildenstein gallery, a secretive art dealership.
- He describes the unusual authentication process involving Thomas Hoving, who relied on first impressions and deemed many artworks as fakes.
Salvador Mundi Auction
- The Salvador Mundi, a painting of Christ, was auctioned with a questionable history.
- Despite lacking documentation and fingerprints, it was sold for millions based on the opinions of a few hand-picked experts.
Restoration and Orb Discrepancy
- The Salvador Mundi's restoration process involved significant alterations, including repainting and removal of a beard.
- The crystal orb in the painting lacks the optical distortions that a real orb would create, raising questions about its authenticity.