Many people enjoy going to art museums and some go a step further to collect rare and special works of art made by the original artist. If someone forges or fraudulently copies a famous work of art or art piece, then it is going to dupe the person who buys the fake art thinking it is real. Real works of art come with certificate of ownership, to tell that the art is real, and to provide a trail of ownership that verifies the art. Sometimes, there are cleverly made excuses as to why there is a break in a certificate of authentication, to help hide the fact that a work of art is not what it purports to be at that time.
How Is Art Work Forged and Fraudulently Created to Look Like the Real Thing?
Art that is fake or forged can look very much like the real piece of artwork that it is imitating. For example, there are whole groups of artists who only draw and paint fakes of real works of art, and sell their creations and fraudulent art in open art auctions around the world. If an artwork is a forgery, it is created explicitly to imitate artwork that is famous or well-known by the general public. Unknown artwork is not off the hook either, because some fakes of little known artwork can surface on the artworld as well.
Why Are People Duped by Fakes and Forgeries of Art or Ancient Documents?
Fake and forgeries of artwork can be very convincing. Oftentimes, the buyer of a fake piece of art or document may not know that it is not the real thing. It can also be the case that the seller of a fake piece of work or document will create a secretive story around the piece, to heighten the awareness that the buyer is getting in on a “steal of a deal.” But alas the only thing that is getting stolen is the buyer’s money, because the ancient document or the work of art is a fake through and through.
Why Are There Fakes and Forgeries in the Art World, Who Would Do Such a Thing?
There are fakes and forgeries in the art world, because there are militant artists who want to challenge the art world, to show they are as bright as the original artist who created the well-known masterpiece. It may seem absurd, but there are people who believe in their hearts that they are as good as a Master at drawing or painting a piece of art. The ego of the forger shows that the individual faking a masterpiece of art, wants to show he or she is “just as good,” if you are fooled by his or her creation. But what the fake artists are not taking into consideration, is that they are doing something illegal, by drawing or painting an already established work of art, and passing their own artwork off as the famous artwork already in existence.
How Do Forgers Get Away with It?
A person who forges works of art, can use a variety of techniques to produce a convincing forgery. These artists who make fraudulent artwork and even ancient documents, can use the same style, materials and techniques used by the original artist to mimic that famous work of art. The artists who make fake art can also use vinegar, burning techniques or other ruses to artificially age the work of art to have it appear to be older and dated at a time centuries before, to lend it some credibility. Even with the use of radiocarbon dating, infrared imaging, and the use of even an X-ray machine analysis to look closely at the artwork’s materials, pigments and authentic layers of paint, a fake work of art can slip through the cracks to appear to be the real thing. If you have been duped and are a victim of an art fraud, you can call us to talk to a lawyer with experience in art fraud cases today.
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Can I Sue for a Lawsuit for the Fraudulent Sale of Art?
Yes, we can sue for being a victim of a fraudulent sale of art. All that you need to do is to call us to review your claim our Los Angeles case lawyers today. We can file a lawsuit on your behalf, and our case attorneys in Los Angeles can sue to get you the money you deserve for a recovery compensation package, when you are duped out of fraudulent artwork or artifacts.
Average Case Value of a Lawsuit for the Fraudulent Sale of Art
The average case value of a lawsuit for the fraudulent sale of art can range from the value of the art, to any added on expenses or damages that you incurred in the process of buying the artwork or artifact. We can go over your damages, expenses, and other related money that you are “out” related to your claim, when you give us a call today at Normandie Law Firm at 800.790.5422.
How Long Does It Take to Settle and to Get Paid on These Cases?
The length of time that it takes to settle and get paid on your art fraud case, will depend on the circumstances related to your claim. We will have an idea of the length of time once we have a free consultation with you, but it may take 3-5 months to settle out your claim.
Statute Of Limitations – How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit?
The statute of limitations in California for three years, after the gallery owner discovered the artwork to be a forgery or fraudulent piece of art.
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