A family of art collectors alleges they were duped into purchasing over $6 million worth of Andy Warhol works that were later found to be fraudulent, sparking a lawsuit against their art dealer and gallery.
The lawsuit highlights that assurances provided by Leslie Roberts of Miami Fine Art Gallery, including claims of authenticity from a falsified Andy Warhol Foundation email, were fabricated, leading to significant financial loss for the family.
Two individuals visited the Perlman family's home, claiming to be authentically appraising the Warhols, yet later it was revealed these individuals, along with their business cards, were not affiliated with Phillips auction house, casting further doubt on the legitimacy of the works.
With the fraudulent claims of authenticity unraveling, the Perlman family’s experience serves as a cautionary tale of potential pitfalls in the high-stakes art market, underscoring the importance of verifying provenance.
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