Art Detectives: Forgery, Provenance, and the Science of Authentication


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ClassGraphic The art world may appear glamorous, but deception often lies beneath the surface. After weapons and drugs, art is the third most lucrative illicit trade, with reports suggesting that more than half of artworks are fake or misattributed. In this course, we will ask: When is a copy simply a copy, and when is it a forgery? What techniques do master forgers use? What can science tell us about art authenticity? We will uncover riveting stories of criminal art activity and master forgeries.

Link to class introduction video: https://vimeo.com/1183505280?fl=ml&fe=ec
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Class Details

6 Session(s)
Weekly - Mon

Location
NA - Online

Instructor
Christine Maasdam 

 

Notice

Please read:  This course is a part of the Osher Online program and will take place virtually. To participate, you will need a computer or device with an internet connection and an email address. After registering, you will receive an email from Osher Online containing a link to their website and your login credentials for your Osher Online account, which will be used to access these classes. Additionally, a virtual pre-class orientation will take place on September 30 at 1 PM Central Time, where you will receive helpful information on how to access your class.

Registration closes on September 20 at 12 PM. Late registrations may be accommodated based on availability.

Fee:  $65.00

Registration Closes On
Sunday, September 20, 2026 @ 12:00 PM

Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
9/28/2026 - 11/2/2026 Weekly - Mon 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM N/A - Online Christine Maasdam