Inside the Weird World of Art Forgery

What motivated Ken Barrini to falsify art?

• Because he discovered a hidden talent for it.

• To gain recognition in the art world.

• For fun and entertainment.

• To seek revenge against renowned artists.

What type of tests do many collectors perform to ensure they are buying authentic art?

• Personality tests.

• Polygraph tests.

• Forensic and expert tests.

• DNA tests.

What 19th-century painter did Ken Barrini imitate in his forgeries?

• P. Diddy.

• James E. Buttersworth.

• Kerry James Marshall.

• Ken Sooni.

What type of artists are being targeted for counterfeiting according to the text?

• Contemporary artists.

• European artists.

• Asian artists.

• African American artists.

Why is there a warning about an increase in forgeries surrounding the work of African American artists?

• Because they are little known artists.

• Due to the increasing demand for their art.

• Because their work has been ignored for a long time.

• Because their legacy is being altered.

What benefit does Ken Barrini get from selling authentic reproductions of his work?

• Avoid being accused of forgery.

• Be able to sell more works and make greater profits.

• Greater recognition in the art world.

• Be able to sell his works at higher prices.

What level of investment is reached when buying art at an auction house according to the text?

• High-quality investment.

• Medium-level investment.

• Speculative investment.

• Low-risk investment.

What kind of exciting life did art forgery provide Ken Barrini?

• Power to buy luxuries and enjoy exclusive experiences.

• Participate in international exhibitions.

• Travel the world and meet famous artists.

• Be recognized as a genius of art.

What was the consequence of the FBI investigation into Ken Barrini?

• He was saved due to the prescription of the crimes.

• He was forced to retire from the art world.

• He was arrested and sentenced to prison.

• He had to return all the money earned with his forgeries.

What strategy do counterfeiters use to take advantage of newly appreciated artists in the art market?

• What strategy do counterfeiters use to take advantage of newly appreciated artists in the art market?

• Sell reproductions of famous artists.

• Imitate little-known artists.

• Create forgeries of artists who died a long time ago.