The Week In Art Prints & Editions - Fraud Scandals, Auction Spotlights, and Harland Miller’s Sell-Out Success

This week, we bring you the most compelling stories shaking the art world. Italian authorities uncover a Europe-wide forgery network, spotlighting counterfeit Banksy works in a €250 million scandal. Meanwhile, New York auction week sees Keith Haring and Roy Lichtenstein works take centre stage, and the Woolwich Contemporary Print Fairshowcases rising trends in printmaking. We also explore Hauser & Wirth's newly announced Basquiat exhibition, a landmark moment for the legendary artist’s legacy. Plus, Harland Miller’s latest print releases sell out in record time, and we pay tribute to Frank Auerbach’s printmaking achievements.

Key Takeaways:

1. Counterfeit Banksy Fraud Case: Italian authorities dismantle a €250 million forgery network featuring counterfeit Banksy works. Authenticity services like Pest Control are highlighted as essential for protecting value in the prints market.
2. New York Auction Highlights: Keith Haring’s Luna Luna amusement park drawings and Roy Lichtenstein’s prints headline this week’s auctions. Haring’s works carry cultural significance tied to Luna Luna, a visionary project backed by investments from Drake.
3. Print Fair and Exhibition Buzz:
   Woolwich Contemporary Print Fair: Running November 21–24, the fair celebrates the accessibility of printmaking, featuring works from emerging and established artists.
   Hauser & Wirth - Basquiat: Opening this December, this St. Moritz exhibition explores Basquiat’s Swiss-inspired works, blending nature and urban energy.
4. Harland Miller Sells Out Fast: Harland Miller’s latest prints with Manifold Editions, including Tonight We Make History (P.S. I Can’t Be There), sold out within a week, reaffirming his appeal in the contemporary print market.
5. Tribute to Frank Auerbach: Celebrating the legacy of Frank Auerbach, whose expressive prints, including his record-setting Nude (1954)series, have left an indelible mark on the art world.

Tune in to stay informed on the vibrant and ever-evolving prints and editions market!