Intelligence, Creativity, and Wisdom by Unknown

Author:Unknown
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9783031267727
Publisher: Springer International Publishing

Mark Landis, the Benevolent Art Forger

Mark Landis did not want or receive any money for his forgeries. Instead, he donated his paintings as genuine works of art to various museums and galleries across the United States. In doing so, he believed he was engaged in genuine acts of philanthropy. His donations relied upon using pseudonyms and sometimes even dressing up as a priest to amplify his credibility. His case is unusual because he did not gain financially from his actions, broke no laws, and has never been prosecuted (despite the FBI following his movements closely). Once uncovered, galleries urged him to stop his donations, as his actions unintentionally highlighted their inadequate scrutiny and provenance research. In some cases, four or five galleries would display the same forgery simultaneously (Gapper, 2011).

Landis donated multiple forgeries of the same painting to different galleries, making it easy to detect his deception (thus, not demonstrating significant intelligence). However, his copies were highly skilled and artistic (creativity). And, as Landis accepted no money and viewed his donations as philanthropy, certainly his intent and (to a lesser extent) his actions can be considered wise.

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