"The delicate art of forgery. The history of the methods of creating imitations and fake works of art from the earliest times to the present day" is a study that opens the fascinating world of fake art to the reader. Author Riccardo Nobili's written legacy helps to understand the amazing methods and techniques used to create imitation works in different eras. The author refers to the earliest historical sources, industrial and artistic practices that were used to produce fakes and fake masterpieces. The book "The Gentle Art of Forgery" provides an opportunity to better understand the essence of fake works of art and their influence on the modern perception of history and culture.