TED-Ed: The art forger who tricked the Nazis

Han Van Meegeren, a 20th-century art forger, created fake Vermeer paintings to deceive the art world. His forgeries were so convincing that they were sold for millions and even fooled Nazi officials. After the war, Van Meegeren was tried for treason but proved his innocence by demonstrating his forgery techniques. He was sentenced for fraud but became a folk hero for outsmarting the Nazis. His legacy endures as his works gained value and were later forged by his son.

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