Art Fraud Lawyer

Art is an item that can be very valuable from a monetary angle as well as a prized possession for nothing more than sentimental attachment or the appreciation for the visual work and the pleasure it brings the owner or those who see it. People also like to be able to go to a museum and see the work of famous artists who lived hundreds of years ago. They want to feel the connection to that visionary or to a time long past. But because the value and appreciation of any art can be considered subjective, or that the value is in the eye of the beholder, it can be hard to establish and express the value of art. In addition, it creates an opportunity for those who are less than honest to take advantage of people who do or want to appreciate art and get swindled into buying a fraudulent piece.

The harsh reality is that for most people who create and sell fake art, they have a high level of skill and artistic talent that could be used to create their own original work. But instead, they choose to copy the master and sell their fake versions of the art as real works of art that have a high price tag and are considered very valuable. While the talent emerges mostly when the person mimics the techniques and brushstrokes of famous paintings, there is also a level of skill and resourcefulness required to create the fake documentation used to prove the provenance, authenticity, and ownership of genuine art treasures.

If you feel that you might have fallen victim to one of these artists who is less than honest and has sold you fake artwork as an authentic treasure, please reach out to Normandie Law Firm today. Our expert office team can be reached around the clock to help you understand how the legal system and our dedicated staff of art fraud lawyers can help you get the justice and compensation you deserve. While you can often seek the money you spent on the fake piece of art, most victims are unaware that there might be other costs or losses they incurred because of the phony art purchase that they could recover in full or partially. Please reach out to Normandie Law Firm today to learn more and book your free consultation with an expert art fraud lawyer to evaluate the legal merit of your claim.

How Is Fake Art Being Created?
As mentioned, it requires artistic talent to be able to recreate a painting that can pass for a work of art made by one of the masters. However, the practice is becoming more common today, thanks to the use of computers and the ability to scan paintings, providing a much more detailed look at the colors, strokes of the paintbrush, and fine details that would be difficult to see with the naked eye. Students who show promise will work for years learning to mimic the work they see in great paintings, knowing that all they need to do is manage to create a very close replica of a single famous painting and sell it to earn more than they would in a lifetime of creating their own artwork.

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Buyers Of Art Are Not Always Thinking Logically
Authentic art collectors are very passionate about the works or pieces they will purchase. Many focus solely on paintings and artwork that speak to them or those that they can see significant beauty in. They also often have the desire to own these pieces as they feel they are a part of history or will someday become even more valuable. They ask to see the appropriate documentation but are more interested in buying the piece than genuinely investigating or confirming the authentication documents. In a way, many art buyers are willing to believe a piece is real because they want to believe and want to own it. Believing the artist or seller of a fake work of art is just one step in meeting their desire to own it and fulfill the emotional connection or need for the piece. It is shockingly common for a person who has purchased fake art to claim they had no idea it was not real, they never thought it odd they were getting such a great deal, or that they were feeling it was simply good fortune rather than a hoax that they got the piece they like for a fraction of what the value should have been.

Technology Helps The Selling Of Fake Art
Modern technology and added knowledge make it less difficult than ever for a person to create and sell fake art for a significant profit. In the past, it was more difficult to learn the processes needed to forge artwork. But the internet and access to so many teaching documents and art creation process videos make it less challenging to practice the same processes used by the masters and to procure the appropriate materials needed to create a piece of art that looks authentic. There are even processes known today that can help to create the look of an aged painting without letting time take its toll on the paint and canvas.

In addition, the process of marketing and selling fake art is vastly easier thanks to the reach of the internet. A few decades ago, a person had to travel to a buyer or transport the painting around the world to show it to potential buyers and sell it. Today, it is easy to create a website or an entire online identity to act as an art broker, display a forgery, and have countless buyers lining up to make offers on the fake artwork. Masking their true identity and location is easier for the fake art dealer than creating the fraudulent item they will sell. If you feel that you have purchased fake artwork, please know that Normandie Law Firm offers the legal help you need to begin to recover the money spent on the fake art and any other expenses or losses created by the purchase.

Who Can I Sue For Art Fraud?
In most cases, when you have purchased a piece of art that was fake or that the provenance was false or misleading, you have grounds to pursue legal action against the seller. The information that your legal team will need to establish is that the seller of the art knew it was fake and was participating in fraudulent art sales. In these cases, the victim can seek compensation to recover the amount spent on the art and other expenses or losses that are associated with the purchase, which could include travel costs to make the purchase, shipping for the artwork, and other common costs.

How Much Is The Average Art Fraud Lawsuit Worth?
Learning more about the average amount awarded in an art fraud lawsuit is often the first question from victims who have contacted Normandie Law Firm to discuss a potential lawsuit with one of the firm’s exceptional art fraud lawyers. Sadly, while there is certainly a mathematical average for the amount awarded in art fraud cases, it will not impact the amount you might receive. These cases are evaluated, and the actual losses and expenses are the primary information used to determine the compensation awarded by the court. Please reach out to Normandie Law Firm today to discuss the amount you spent and lost related to a fake art purchase with a seasoned art fraud lawyer to learn more about the possible value of your lawsuit.

How Long Do I Have To File An Art Fraud Lawsuit?
The Statute of Limitations is the time limit provided to a victim to take legal action. These times are strictly enforced, and if a lawsuit is not filed before the Statute of Limitations pertaining to the matter expires, the victim loses the right to pursue legal action in the form of a lawsuit. In the case of art fraud in California, the victim has three years from the date the piece was determined to be fake to file a lawsuit with the court. Filing the case as swiftly as possible can be vital, as there are many factors that can impact the time it will take to resolve the matter, including the workload of the court and the time required to gather facts and information to prepare the matter for presentation to the court. Please make time today to get in touch with Normandie Law Firm to discuss this matter and learn more about the process of seeking compensation for your loss due to art fraud.

Getting The Best Art Fraud Lawyer In California
After you discover that you have been the victim of art fraud, you are sure to be concerned about getting that wasted money back. The team at Normandie Law Firm understands your worries and the stress and challenges that can be created by a poor investment because you were misled. Please know that our firm is ready to handle any lawsuit that has legal merit, and we will never require you to pay any upfront legal fees or expenses. Instead, we handle everything, including the cost of preparing, filing, and litigating the case, to ensure you suffer no added financial hardships. We are only paid for our work and reimbursed for expenses when the matter is completed, and you receive compensation that includes funds to cover your legal costs. Finally, if Normandie Law Firm fails to win your case and get you that much-needed compensation, you owe the firm nothing. Please get in touch with our staff today to book your free consultation with a skilled art fraud lawyer.