Secret workshop where Picassos and Rembrandts were forged found in Rome
Briefly

Police in Rome uncovered a hidden workshop where counterfeit paintings of famous artists were produced and sold online. The operation was orchestrated by an art restorer, and authorities seized 71 artworks, along with various art supplies and forged authenticity certificates. This investigation started when police noticed suspicious paintings being sold online. The forgeries included works attributed to notable artists like Picasso, Rembrandt, and others. Given the scale and organization, investigators are still determining how long this scam has been operational and the profits generated.
A clandestine workshop in Rome produced numerous forgeries of famous artworks, revealing a well-orchestrated scheme that exploited the art market's vulnerabilities.
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