orpheus clock: the search for my family's art treasures stolen by the Nazis

The search by Simon Goodman for his family's art treasures stolen by the Nazis. His grandfather and great-grandfather had been among Europe's most discerning art collectors. Their collection included works by Degas, Renoir, Botticelli, Guardi and Bosch as well as a priceless four hundred and fifty year old engraved table clock depicting scenes from the legend of Orpheus and the Underworld. Simon grew up in London with little knowledge of his father's efforts to recover their family's prized possession. It was only after his father's death that Simon began to piece together the clues about the Gutmanns' stolen legacy and the Nazi looting machine. Through painstaking detective work across two continents, Simon has been able to prove that many works belonged to his family and to successfully secure their return. This book reveals a rich family history almost obliterated by the Nazis. It is not only the account of a twenty-year long detective hunt for family treasure, but an unforgettable tale of redemption and restoration.