Han van Meegeren: Master Forger or Modern-Day Robin Hood?

Struggling to find success as a portrait painter, Han van Meegeren embarked on a daring venture: forging masterpieces of the Dutch Golden Age. His uncanny ability to mimic the style of Johannes Vermeer deceived the world's leading art experts, catapulting him to unprecedented fame and fortune. But when his deception was exposed, van Meegeren faced a scandal that captivated the world. Was he a criminal mastermind or a brilliant artist fighting back against the establishment? This presentation delves into the captivating life and controversial legacy of the man who redefined the art world.

FEE: Free for Patrons

SCHEDULE

Thursday,  November 21, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

FORMAT

This is an online event. A link will be emailed to participants one day before the event.

PRESENTER

Sharon Harris had a career in education as a teacher, consultant and administrator while simultaneously pursuing a successful career as a fine-arts photographer. After taking an early retirement from education, she has been actively involved in the Academy for Lifelong Learning Toronto, where she has facilitated numerous courses and has participated in the administration of the organisation for many years. Sharon’s personal interests mainly involve various fields of the arts however she is curious about almost all subjects.

HOW TO REGISTER

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