Unearth the story of an audacious auction house scam that nearly shook the art world. Discover how a group of ingenious con artists almost succeeded in selling a forged masterpiece, only to be undone by an unexpected early gavel strike. Hear from art experts, investigators, and even one of the culprits themselves as we unravel the intricate details of this high-stakes game of forgery and deceit. Imagine the shockwaves in the art world if this audacious plan had not been foiled by a simple timing error.

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