The Lost Panel is a gripping historical thriller that blends art, espionage and an unsolved mystery rooted in real history. Spanning from the Renaissance to the present day, the novel follows the hidden legacy of Jan van Eyck—reimagined as both master painter and covert operative—who embeds dangerous secrets within one of the most important artworks ever created: the Ghent Altarpiece.
When a panel known as The Righteous Judges is stolen in 1934 and never recovered, it sets off a mystery that endures for decades. In the present day, art historian Sophia Rossi uncovers clues buried in archives, coded documents and forgotten histories, leading her into a high-stakes search that connects Renaissance intrigue, wartime secrets and modern-day power players.
At its core, The Lost Panel explores the idea that great works of art may conceal more than beauty—they may hold truths powerful enough to reshape history.