Summer reading: Stealing the Mystic Lamb by Noah Charney

Stealing the Mystic Lamb by Noah Charney

Who? Noah Charney

What? The Ghent Altarpiece by Jan van Eyck is perhaps one of the most important paintings ever made – it’s certainly the one that’s been most frequently stolen. In Stealing the Mystic Lamb, art historian Noah Charney charters the stories behind each of the thefts and uncovers the many reasons why the masterpiece is so desired.

When? Available now

Where? Available online and in store

How? Buy now from Amazon

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