Art Fraud Lawyer Specializing In Forgery Fraudulent Selling of Fake Art

Art can take many forms and have various meanings to different people. Some people appreciate the skill needed to create art, while others simply want to take in its beauty or see a glimpse of the world through someone else’s eyes. There are also people who view art as a way to see or possibly even touch a part of history. Then, some people appreciate some or all of these aspects of an object, which is called art, but these people look at the object as an investment. Finally, there is a group of less-than-honest people who see art as a way to make a tremendous amount of money by creating fake art or forgeries to sell to unsuspecting collectors, investors, or art enthusiasts.

The most unfortunate part of forged art is that those who are creating it and fraudulently selling it are true artists who have studied and mastered the same skills that were used by Davinci, Michelangelo, or any other famous artist throughout history who had a gift and ability to create using paint, clay, or countless other media. In many cases, it is challenging for even the trained eye to differentiate between a quality forgery and an authenticated work of art. So, the average buyer has little hope of ever knowing that what they purchased, likely for top dollar, is nothing more than a good copy of a genuine work of art.

If you or a loved one recently purchased a piece of art and discovered it was not authentic but was only a forgery, please know that you are not alone. Art collectors, museums, and investors have been duped into purchasing a piece that might or might not have authentication documents to declare the provenance of the piece. Ironically, now even the documentation to verify the authenticity of artwork is not coming into question as forgers are creating fake paperwork to document the ownership of their counterfeit pieces. If you have recently fallen into this same trap, please reach out to Normandie Law Firm to speak to the lawyers who are experts in forgery and fraudulent selling of fake art.

Our staff can be reached 24/7 to assist you in understanding your rights and schedule a free consultation with a skilled art fraud lawyer to discuss the facts and details of your claim. Soon, you will know if your case has legal merit and how you can proceed with filing a lawsuit to recover the money spent on forged artwork and other costs you incurred, determining the work was not authentic.

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How Can Forgeries Exist With Today’s Technology?
Many people have a false sense of security because they think that all the tech and gadgetry on the market today are sure to be able to identify art forgeries. While some technology is very advanced and can identify imperfections in reproductions, errant brush strokes, and different formulas of paint, clay, or other materials, most people do not have access to this equipment. Instead, it belongs to museums and high-end art dealers and buyers.

In addition, the same technology that might be used to identify a forgery can also be used by the forger who is creating the fake art. They use computers and scanners to analyze genuine art to ensure that their counterfeit pieces are as similar as possible, down to the imperfections in many genuine museum quality pieces of artwork. While the technology cannot be used to physically sculpt a piece, as a 3D printer is not that sophisticated, tech tools are used to forge exceptional replicas of authentication documents to reinforce the value and often high cost of pieces that are nothing more than quality copies of original artwork.

Finally, many people look at art and make an emotional connection with certain pieces. When they begin to allow their heart to override the conscious questions coming from their minds, they make poor choices that are not based on facts. They want to believe they will own an original work by their favorite artist, so they decide to believe the story they were told about the lack of authentication documents or the missing time on a provenance paper.

Where Is Fake Art Being Sold?
Sadly, fake art, like many forged items of value, is being sold in the same places as legitimate paintings, vases, and other valuables. Some artists have forged artwork that is being sold at galleries, in-person auctions, art brokers, and online sales or auctions. It is also not uncommon for someone to pose as a private art collector selling a valued piece from their collection. Unfortunately, the quality of high-end forged artwork is so precise that few can tell them apart from the actual museum pieces they have been modeled after. If you have been swindled by a purchase at any of these venues, be sure to get in touch with Normandie Law Firm immediately to discuss the details of the transaction with a skilled lawyer with years of expertise in litigating art fraud lawsuits.

How Long Do I Have To File An Art Fraud Lawsuit?
The Statute of Limitations for a case involving California art fraud is three years from the date the forgery or fraud was discovered to be inauthentic. Buyers also need to understand that the time limit to file a claim with the court is strictly enforced; if they fail to have their case in the hands of the court when the three years have passed, they will typically lose the right to seek compensation for their losses due to that fraudulent art purchase. Please reach out to Normandie Law Firm when you first discover that a work of art you purchased was a forgery to ensure you and your legal team have as much time as possible to prepare and file your case to ensure a positive outcome.

What Is The Value Of The Average Art Fraud Lawsuit?
In many kinds of lawsuits, providing a general or average value of a potential lawsuit is possible. However, placing an average value on a piece of art is almost impossible. Some collectible pieces are valued at a few hundred dollars, while others can reach $100,000 or into the millions. That same massive range comes into consideration when determining the average value of an art fraud lawsuit because the perceived value of the art object and the amount the victim paid for it will directly impact the amount of compensation sought in the art fraud lawsuit. In addition, the victim will have the opportunity to seek additional compensation for money spent trying to verify that the piece was authentic or fake, as well as the legal fees for the fake art lawsuit. To get a better idea of the potential value of your art forgery lawsuit, please reach out to Normandie Law Firm to discuss the amount you spent on the forgery and other expenses with an art expert lawyer during a free consultation.

How Long Could It Take To Settle A Fraudulent Artwork Lawsuit?
The fraudulent art lawyers at Normandie Law Firm are confident that many lawsuits will be resolved in three to five months. However, each case is somewhat unique, and the time needed to reach a resolution will be based on case-specific details or challenges that could arise. Please reach out to the staff at our office today to request your free consultation to receive a more specific time frame based on the purchase you made and details of the fraudulent art transaction.

Are You Currently Involved In An Art Fraud Lawsuit But Have Questions?
If you are currently working with another legal team but have growing concerns about the case or how it is moving forward, the team of art fraud lawyers at Normandie Law Firm offers free second opinion consultations. Our legal staff will answer your questions and provide a professional evaluation of the progress of the case and its potential outcome. Rest assured. You are never obligated to hire our firm after this free second opinion consultation or make changes in your legal representation. Our goal is only to ensure that all art fraud victims have the best representation to meet their needs.

Getting The Best Legal Team For Your Forged Art Lawsuit
After falling victim to an artist who has faked a valuable piece of art, you are sure to be frustrated and possibly even upset with yourself or embarrassed that you did not see it as a fake. But these dishonest yet skilled artists have made victims of professional art dealers, museums, and investors for years. You should not be too hard on yourself. But you should be fully committed to hiring an expert art fraud lawyer to handle your case.

The team at Normandie Law Firm is ready to handle any case of forged artwork that was sold fraudulently and has legal merit. In addition, we never charge any upfront legal fees or expenses. Instead, we only get paid when the case is resolved and you have gotten the compensation that includes funds to cover your legal costs. And if our experts fail to win your forged art lawsuit, you owe us nothing. Please make the time today to contact the Normandie Law Firm lawyers with decades of combined experience in art fraud to learn how their expertise and dedication will help you recover the money that was dishonestly taken from you when you purchased fake art. But please act now to ensure the time limit to file a claim is not about to expire.