Book - Fake! by Clifford Irving Art Copyists Thieves Forgeries ATTIC no returns

Fake! by Clifford Irving is a nonfiction book published in 1969 that tells the fascinating story of Elmyr de Hory, one of the most notorious art forgers of the 20th century. De Hory claimed to have forged hundreds of paintings by masters like Picasso, Matisse, and Modigliani, deceiving galleries, collectors, and museums worldwide. Clifford Irving, who later gained infamy for his own literary hoax, vividly chronicles de Hory’s life, the world of art forgery, and the blurred lines between authenticity and deception. The book offers a gripping look at the art market’s vulnerabilities and the allure of artistic genius — real or faked.

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• Title / Author:   Fake! by Clifford Irving
• Topic: forgery and selling fakes in the art world
• Year Published: 1969
• Print Length: 240 pp
• Cover: softback
• ISBN: na
• Condition:very good except pages have yellowed

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