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How did Rose Valland's personal characteristics and circumstances contribute to her success in secretly recovering looted artworks?

Valland's success stemmed from her ability to blend into the background, undetected by the Nazis. Her quiet, unassuming demeanor allowed her to observe and record the movement of stolen art, while her post-war efforts focused on meticulous documentation and the return of the pieces to their rightful owners. This contrasted sharply with the flamboyant Nazi art looting.