Elmyr de Hory

Elmyr de Hory was a Hungarian-born painter and art forger, best known for creating and selling counterfeit artworks attributed to famous artists like Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse. He gained notoriety in the mid-20th century for his ability to convincingly mimic their styles, often deceiving collectors and galleries. De Hory's story highlights issues of art authenticity and value. His life and exploits were chronicled in the documentary “F for Fake” by Orson Welles, which explored themes of deception in art and reality. De Hory's legacy raises important questions about the nature of art and authorship.