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The Observer (Edward Marriott)
Gripping and psychologically fascinating
The Guardian, 26 August 2006
…a sensational story, full of melodramatic twists and conspiracies…
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
The life of the scheming fraudster is by its very nature more interesting than that of the natural genius. Everyone loves an underdog, and Han van Meegeren was that most unusual of underdogs: a winner.
Wynne's book, described last weekend by The Observer as 'gripping and psychologically fascinating', seeks to do more than simply recount this most interesting of stories. It gets inside van Meegeren's head, and in doing so sheds new light on one of the most intriguing characters the art world has ever seen.
This is just a fascinating story, brilliantly told. Very highly recommended.
Wynne's book, described last weekend by The Observer as 'gripping and psychologically fascinating', seeks to do more than simply recount this most interesting of stories. It gets inside van Meegeren's head, and in doing so sheds new light on one of the most intriguing characters the art world has ever seen.
This is just a fascinating story, brilliantly told. Very highly recommended.
14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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The fascinating story of an obsessive man's effort to gain recognition for his own paintings by passing them off as Vermeer's to the art word, thus proving his own genius was comparable with the master's
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Utterly fascinating and beautifully-written.
As compelling as the story itself are the details on the long, careful process involved in the forger's deception.
And perhaps most interesting of all is the debate it forces on what constitutes a masterpiece: how our perception of a work of art is influenced by the surrounding acclaim, or lack thereof - how easily our tastes are cowed into mainstream definitions of greatness by purported experts, perhaps concerned more with covering their asses than furthering the cause of artistry.
As compelling as the story itself are the details on the long, careful process involved in the forger's deception.
And perhaps most interesting of all is the debate it forces on what constitutes a masterpiece: how our perception of a work of art is influenced by the surrounding acclaim, or lack thereof - how easily our tastes are cowed into mainstream definitions of greatness by purported experts, perhaps concerned more with covering their asses than furthering the cause of artistry.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Excellent book
The story of master art forger and hero Hans Van Meegeren is told in a concise and interesting way.
It unmasks issues about the politics of Art experts, the Art market,... Read more
It unmasks issues about the politics of Art experts, the Art market,... Read more
Published 3 months ago by mauritium
Fascinating and thought provoking
Although I've visited quite a few art galleries, I would not claim to be very knowledgeable about this subject. That made this well-written book all the more interesting. Read more
Published 7 months ago by W. Tegner
great reads
what a charecter and great artist and forger Han Van Meederen was,very few characters in this age,a great read.anyone that enjoys art, will love this book.
Published 10 months ago by A. P. Poole
Fantastic!
All I can say is that this an amazing story and well written,It was one of those books that I didn't want it to end.It really makes you think about the art market. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Rourke
Amazing book
One of the most amazing books ive owned, his fakes ARE STILL causing problems today amongst experts !!! Read more
Published on 4 Mar 2009 by J. Creighton
Fascinating story, beautifully written
This story of how Han Van Meegeren wrought revenge on the pre-war Dutch art establishment and hoodwinked Hermann Göring to boot is most beautifully written. Read more
Published on 13 Aug 2006 by G. Anderson
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