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FAKING THE ANCIENT ANDES

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I am sure the intent of this book was sincere but for me it lacks real objectivity. It tells me little about what makes a fake a real fake and what to look for - point by point - true antique against recent reproduction.

I applaud those who choose to use traditional methods to produce traditional products in order to keep their traditions alive for future generations. Frankly that collectors cant tell the difference between the old and the new and choose to pay a fortune for what effectively is a souvenir isn't my concern. .

If you, like me,are looking for a more definitive reference source of what makes a fake, then this book isn't for you.

I read with interest this book. But I think that author arrives to no compleate believable conclusions, that almost all museum artifacts are fakes. The conclusions after reading this book is that one must be more careful when apreciating antiques.