NOVA (1974)

Episode Overview

In October 2007, a captivating portrait of a young woman dressed in Renaissance attire captured global attention. Initially purchased for around $20,000 nine years earlier, it is now believed to be an undiscovered masterpiece by Leonardo da Vinci, valued at over $100 million. How did advanced imaging techniques link the artwork to the legendary artist? NOVA introduces a new generation of experts who investigate art mysteries like criminal cases, aiming to uncover "who committed the art." The episode follows art detectives employing innovative methods to tackle the billion-dollar market of stolen and counterfeit art.