The Forger’s Spell

In The Forger's Spell, Edward Dolnick recounts the captivating true story of Han van Meegeren, a struggling Dutch painter who ingeniously forged works attributed to the revered artist Johannes Vermeer. Over seven years, van Meegeren's shrewd psychological manipulation almost deceived the art world, but his deception ultimately led him to a life-or-death trial in Amsterdam. This riveting narrative delves into the intricacies of an audacious crime that nearly succeeded.