Sacred and Stolen: Confessions of a Museum Director

By Gary Vikan

Book Overview

A revealing memoir of art, theft, and ethical dilemmas in the museum world.

Sacred and Stolen unveils the hidden world of art museums through the eyes of director Gary Vikan. This memoir exposes the messy realities behind the polished facade: looted antiquities, crooked dealers, and the ethical tightrope walked by those entrusted with preserving cultural heritage.

Follow Vikan's journey from a small-town newspaper to the helm of a major art museum, grappling with questions of authenticity, ownership, and the conflicting passions of collectors and curators. This is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the intersection of art, history, and the human capacity for both creation and destruction. Discover the truth behind the treasures--and the secrets they hold.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1590793935
• ISBN13: 9781590793930
• Release Date: September 2016
• Publisher: Select Books (NY)
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.2" x 9.1"