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Transitioning from digital art, the discussion delves into classic artworks—most notably the Salvator Mundi alleged to be a Leonardo da Vinci. The story of how a seemingly modest painting was restored to reveal what might be a masterpiece under layers of overpainting creates debate about its authenticity. The owner of the painting keeps it on an expensive yacht rather than the Louvre due to doubts about its provenance. The conversation highlights the dangers of forgery in traditional art and contrasts that with NFTs' ability to guarantee authenticity.