He states that he will not eat the desert as it was not yet his birthday, and that he was superstitious...
It is considered as bad luck if you celebrate your birthday before it actually happens.
No explicit answer is provided, but it seems extremely unlikely - according to Virgil the original would be worth a fortune. It appears more plausible it was just a fake to keep Virgil interested in the case and to give "Claire" the opportunity to charm him.
Virgil Oldman, Robert, Claire, Billy Whistler, Fred, Lambert, Girl in the Bar, Sarah, Young woman, and Housekeeper
What is the plot of The Best Offer?
Virgil Oldman, a wealthy art auctioneer, takes the help of a young artificer, Robert, to understand and woo Claire Ibbetson, a young heiress, who hires him to auction off an antique collection.
How much did The Best Offer earn at the worldwide box office?
$20.9 million
How much did The Best Offer earn at the US box office?
$100,000
What is The Best Offer rated?
R
What genre is The Best Offer?
Crime Drama, Crime, Drama, Mystery, Romance, and Thriller
How many awards has The Best Offer won?
25 awards
How many awards has The Best Offer been nominated for?
