The Hidden World of Auction House Scams
Shill bidding, hidden fees, and the “free-money float” — how bidders and sellers get tricked, and how to protect yourself.
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Field notes on fraud in art and historical collectibles — drawn from fifty years inside the trade.
Insurance Frauds in the Art World
Inflated valuations, “total loss” scams, and the missing-item trick — how collectors exploit the system, and how to avoid becoming a victim.
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