The Italian police's investigation revealed a vast forgery network selling fake artworks attributed to renowned artists like Banksy, Picasso, and Warhol, causing significant market disruption.
Chief prosecutor Teresa Angela Camelio stated that experts from the Banksy archive deemed the operation the largest act of protection for Banksy's work, highlighting the initiative's impact.
Investigators uncovered six forgery workshops and seized over 2,100 fake artworks, with a potential market value around 200 million euros, indicating widespread illegal activity.
The investigation began in 2023 after seizing around 200 fake pieces from a businessman's collection, linking forgeries to a specialized group of criminals.
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