Rogues' Gallery: The Rise (and Occasional Fall) of Art Dealers, the Hidden Players in the History of Art, Hardcover - Philip Hook

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Sotheby's art expert Philip Hook brings to light five centuries of history of art deals, charting the major gains and losses that have rocked the i...

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Publisher: Art Gallery of New South WalesAuthor(s): Steven MillerIllustration(s): 260 Illustrations, unspecifiedNumber of pages: 288Publication dat...

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A revealing exploration of how art acquires its financial value.

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An illustrated key to unlocking the mysteries of paintings, sculpture and architecture by the great Italian masters, this book also provides fresh ...