Fakes in the Art World - The Mystery Conman

This documentary follows archaeologist Stefan Lehmann as he hunts the elusive conman whose forged antiques have slipped into some of the world's greatest collections. While curators prefer to keep counterfeiting quiet, Lehmann exposes how fakes fool experts and distort history. The detective work turns art fraud into a genuine mystery. It is a fascinating watch about forgery, expertise, and the hidden trade in fake masterpieces. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.

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