OLLI 1079 - Forged, Stolen, Looted: The Criminal Side of Art Lecture
Course Description
Please join art historian Kolya Rice to explore the history of art forgeries, famous heists and art looting during times of conflict. Starting with an overview of the long practice of art forgery and art heists through a look at infamous cases, this lecture will then move to examine the fate of art during times of conflict, using examples such as the Elgin Marbles, Nazi Germany, Indigenous groups of North America, and more. The course will also provide the opportunity to discuss prevailing opinions concerning cultural patrimony and restitution.
This community lecture is open to anyone.
