Ancient/Now - December 16th
Fascinating fakes, Neolithic phallic narratives, the collecting history of "pure piracy" by U.S. museums, ancient Mayan diplomacy, and more
Why are we so fascinated by art fakes?
If you’ve ever taken a gallery tour in a museum, you may have heard one of the most common questions visitors ask educators: “Is it real?” This BBC article explores the trend of museums intentionally displaying art “fakes” that…