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Noah Charney

Author of "The Devil in the Gallery" and expert in art crime. He is a professor of art history and founder of ARCA.

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Jan 30, 2025 • 40min

The Devil in the Gallery: How Scandal, Shock and Rivalry Shaped the Art World with Author Noah Charney. (2021)

Noah Charney, author of 'The Devil in the Gallery' and expert in art crime, dives into the thrilling intersections of art and scandal. He examines how figures like Caravaggio and Picasso used rivalry to forge movements that challenged societal norms. The conversation takes a humorous turn with a satirical sculpture in Slovenia that critiqued Trump, leading to unexpected global fame. Charney also reflects on shock tactics in art, emphasizing the blend of tradition and contemporary issues that amplify an artist's significance.
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Aug 4, 2024 • 33min

Stealing the Mona Lisa

Dr. Noah Charney, an art history expert and author, dives into the audacious 1911 theft of the Mona Lisa. He details the cunning of the Italian handyman who stole the iconic painting, revealing why the thief garnered unexpected sympathy. The conversation unfolds the painting's perilous journey during World War II and the evolving security implications for museums. Charney also critiques our superficial understanding of the artwork, debunking myths and exploring the broader context of art crime, including its ties to organized crime.
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Feb 19, 2024 • 37min

Slavic Myths: vampires werewolves – and cabbages

Authors Noah Charney and Svetlana Slapšak discuss the intriguing world of Slavic myths, revealing how these stories continue to influence daily life and shape nations. They explore the diversity of Slavic folklore, the symbolism of cabbage, and the captivating tales of vampires, werewolves, and other mythical creatures.
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Oct 26, 2023 • 16min

The Art of the Heist with Noah Charney

Noah Charney, professor and author specializing in art theft, discusses the cultural fascination with this crime. The podcast explores the motivations and misconceptions behind art theft, the story of an infamous art thief, and the enduring allure of art crime. Charney also shares details about an online course on art crime and offers a discount code for enrollment.
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Dec 1, 2015 • 23min

Episode 11: Forgery

This week on Hidden Brain, we explore real and fake, from fine art to fine wine. Shankar speaks with Noah Charney, author of The Art of Forgery, about why art forgers are compelled to spend their lives copying the great masters, and why so many of them want to get caught. Also this week: why we love studies that prove wine connoisseurs wrong.

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