The Man Who Made Vermeers: Unvarnishing the Legend of Master Forger Han van Meegeren
Jonathan Lopez investigates Han van Meegeren, the celebrated master forger linked to Vermeer. This account looks beyond the familiar legend to consider how van Meegeren’s story has been understood within art history, offering a focused examination of forgery, reputation, and the making of a cultural myth.
About This Book
Jonathan Lopez explores the story of Han van Meegeren, the figure known as a master forger of Vermeers.
The book examines the legend surrounding van Meegeren and the claims attached to his place in art history.
By focusing on the process of unvarnishing that legend, it offers a historical look at forgery, reputation, and the enduring fascination with Vermeer.
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