Art Fraud

50 Fakes That Fooled the Art World

Discover the astonishing world of art forgery, where nothing is quite as it seems and even the experts get it wrong. From million-pound scams to secret revenge plots, Art Fraud lifts the lid on the art world’s most shocking deceptions.

Step inside the astonishing world of art forgery, where masterpieces are faked, fortunes are made, and almost no one is who they seem. Art Fraud reveals the true stories behind some of the greatest scams in art history, where con artists forged their way to fame, fortune or infamy. 

Discover the motivations and methods of master forgers, from Eric Hebborn’s faked Old Masters to Han van Meegeren’s deception of the Nazis. Meet eccentric copyists, bitter experts, and insiders who turned against the institutions they once admired. Each chapter tells the story of a different forger, weaving in the investigations that finally unmasked them and the secrets they left behind. 

Written by bestselling author and art historian Susie Hodge, this is a fascinating, brilliantly researched collection that blurs the line between genius and fraud. Whether you are an art lover, a true crime reader or simply curious about how the art world really works, this book is full of twists, scandals and unforgettable characters.

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