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The man who made Vermeers
Book • 2008
This book by Jonathan Lopez delves into the life of Han van Meegeren, exposing him as a skilled forger rather than an unappreciated artist or antifascist hero.
Lopez explores Van Meegeren's involvement in illicit art commerce across Europe, including his dealings with powerful collectors and the Nazi regime.
The book is based on extensive research from multiple archives and languages, offering a detailed account of Van Meegeren's life and his impact on the art world.
Lopez explores Van Meegeren's involvement in illicit art commerce across Europe, including his dealings with powerful collectors and the Nazi regime.
The book is based on extensive research from multiple archives and languages, offering a detailed account of Van Meegeren's life and his impact on the art world.
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The Art Forger, the Nazi, and "The Pope"
