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The Why Factor

Copying Art

Jun 10, 2016
Art copier David Henty, fine art expert Philip Mould, Beijing auctioneer Paul Dong, and art fraud specialist Colette Loll discuss the allure of copied art and the ethical dilemmas of forgery. The podcast explores the emotional significance of art, the issue of authenticity in the market, and the motivations behind creating fake art.
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Quick takeaways

  • The podcast explores the motivations behind art forgery, shedding light on the complexities of authenticity and the art market.
  • It discusses the challenges posed by forgeries in maintaining the integrity of the art historical record and the significance of trust and authenticity in the art world.

Deep dives

The Art of Forgery and Copying

In this podcast episode, the focus is on why people copy the art of others and why some are willing to pay substantial amounts for copied artwork. The episode features David Henty, an artist who has replicated works by artists like Modigliani and Basquiat, as well as individuals like Patricia Burns who encountered a fake sculpture. Henty's experiences as a forger and the motivations behind copying art are explored, shedding light on the complexities of authenticity and the art market.

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