She uses the invisibility that society often imposes on older women as her greatest tactical advantage.

Her "crimes" are calculated and intellectually driven.

"The world thinks a woman my age should be knitting or donating libraries to be remembered. I’d rather be the reason the world's greatest treasures are actually safe. Now, are you going to call the police, or are you going to help me get the Vermeer back from that oil tycoon in Dubai?" The artist chose the Vermeer. Why It’s Compelling Eleanor represents a specific type of "mature bad woman": She doesn't seek permission or forgiveness.