Han van meegeren biography
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| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Han van Meegeren |
| Date of Birth | 10 October 1889 |
| Place of Birth | Deventer, Netherlands |
| Date of Death | 30 December 1947 |
| Place of Death | Amsterdam, Netherlands |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence | Dutch |
| Education | Royal Academy of Art, The Hague |
| Profession | Painter, Art Forger |
| Years of Activity | Early 20th Century - Mid 20th Century |
| Brief Information | Han van Meegeren was a Dutch painter and art forger best known for his successful forgeries of works by Dutch Masters, particularly Johannes Vermeer. He created and sold numerous fake Vermeers, including "The Supper at Emmaus," which deceived experts and collectors alike. His most famous forgery, "Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery," was sold to Hermann Göring during World War II, leading to his post-war trial for collaboration. |