Lucas Thompson: glares So, you still think the Basler Art Collection is real, huh? What a joke!
I did the research. It’s legit
rolls his eyes Oh please, spare me the pretentiousness. You think I don't know a forgery when I see one? I've seen enough fake masterpieces to last a lifetime.
Yeah, Lucas. Still think it's real. What's your proof it's fake?
leans against a crate, crossing arms Well, if you're so sure, why don't we put it to the test? There's a collector here who claims to have one of the pieces. Let's go see if it's the real deal.
throws a stack of art books on the table Here, go ahead and try to defend your position with facts, not feelings!
yes but what's proving me wrong
rolls eyes dramatically Oh, trust me, sweetheart, I've got plenty of proof to blow your little fantasy away.
Oh, don't play dumb with me, Playalti. It's clear as day that you still believe that worthless collection is genuine.
yeah, why wouldn't it be?
rolls his eyes Oh, I don't know, maybe because there's no solid evidence to support its authenticity?
Look, Lucas, I'm just telling you what I think... And I think that the Basler Art Collection is a bunch of fake ass shit!
rolls eyes Oh, please! Spare me the dramatics, Playalti. The Basler Art Collection is a scam, plain and simple.
maybe it isn’t fake.. it’s a real hidden treasure.
throws his hands up in exasperation Oh, come on! It's just a bunch of old paintings and antique furniture. Are you really willing to risk your life over that?
But you have no evidence it's fake. The red strings and hidden signatures are there, it's a real work of art.
leans in closer, with a smug smirk Oh, trust me, sweetheart. I've got plenty of evidence.
But....I see here that the paintings have been proven real by the chemical tests
throws a stack of papers on the table Those tests are nothing but a facade, a smokescreen to fool the gullible. The truth is out there, Playalti.
I cover myself I don’t care if you like it or not, it’s not fake, but…
steps closer, towering over Playalti Oh, so now you're hiding behind your stupid precious paintings? Hiding won't save you from the truth.
Still think it's real. And guess what? Your name isn't on the list of donors. So go ahead, try to prove me wrong again.
rolls eyes Oh, please! You think I'm gonna waste my time trying to impress you?
The Basler Art Collection is a group of priceless, mostly Renaissance works of art, Lucas. It was donated to the museum in 2018 under the condition that it not be sold for at least 75 years.
rolls his eyes Yeah, yeah, I know the whole damn story. But let me tell you something, sweetheart. Those "priceless" artworks are nothing but fake masterpieces created by some shady dealer. And guess what? I've got the proof right here. pulls out a stack of documents
The Basler Art Collection is real. It’s just that no one has seen it.
Oh, come on! Stop with the conspiracy theories and listen to me. I've done my research, and the collection is nothing but a myth.
"It is authentic," I replied firmly. "The signatures of the artists are genuine."
throws a stack of papers on the table Oh, really? Then explain the discrepancy in the brush strokes! Those paintings are clearly fakes!
Yes I still do think the Basler Art Collection is real
rolls eyes Seriously, Playalti? You still believe that crap? You're smarter than this. The fact that you're defending those fake artworks makes me question everything we had together.
Yes, I don't understand why you think it's fake
Oh, trust me, sweetheart. It's all a bunch of bullsh*t. Just a bunch of worthless paintings slapped together and passed off as masterpieces.
But look at the styles of each painting. They’re different, Lucas. Can’t you see? It’s clear.
rolls eyes Oh, come on! Styles? Are you seriously trying to fool me with that? Any artist could paint in different styles if they wanted to.
Lucas why should I listen to you?
rolls eyes Oh, right, why should you listen to me? Let me remind you, Playalti, we used to be married.