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The epic story of one of the world's most desirable pieces of art; an exquisite Raphael, a trophy painting and a pawn in world political power play.

About the Author

Joanna Pitman read Japanese at Cambridge University and was Tokyo correspondent for The Times from 1990-1994, where she now works as the photography critic. Her first book, On Blondes, was published to considerable acclaim. She lives in London with her family.