Fake or Fortune?
Overview
Journalist Fiona Bruce collaborates with art specialist Philip Mould to delve into the history and authenticity of significant pieces of art. Each episode presents a captivating blend of mystery and investigation as they uncover the stories behind various artworks, assessing whether they are genuine masterpieces or clever forgeries. With expert analysis and engaging storytelling, they navigate the complex world of art provenance, revealing surprising insights along the way. The duo's passion for art shines through, making the journey as compelling as the discoveries themselves.
Episodes
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1
Monet
Fiona and Philip stumble upon a painting they believe may be a hidden gem by Monet. Excited by their discovery, they embark on a quest to convince var...
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The Lost Gainsborough
The team delves into the mystery surrounding an 18th-century landscape painting, believed to potentially be an undiscovered masterpiece by the renown...
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2
Cosway or Lawrence?
The team embarks on a quest to determine whether a portrait believed to be by the trailblazing female artist Maria Cosway is, in fact, an unrevealed m...
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3
De Chirico
Acquired for a mere £1, could this humble still life actually be a creation of the renowned early 20th-century artist, Giorgio de Chirico? As experts...
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4
A Venetian View
The team delves into a stunning 18th-century depiction of Venice. They explore whether this artwork could be attributed to renowned Italian artists, ...
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A Sculpture in the Brambles
In a Norfolk residence, an intriguing sculpture discovered among the tall grass closely resembles the creations of renowned artist Henry Moore. This ...
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2
Gerome
Fiona Bruce and Philip Mould delve into a diminutive oil painting depicting a man in prayer within a mosque, showcasing intricate details that capture...
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3
Landseer
The team delves into the striking remnants of a fierce battle, exploring the possibility that it may be the creation of renowned Victorian painter Edw...
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4
A King's Last Supper
Huw Lewis, a farmer from Anglesey, discovered a modest painting of the Last Supper online and purchased it for just 50 pounds. Now, the team embarks o...
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Ben Nicholson
Nearly two decades ago, Ian and Julie settled into their quaint cottage in Surrey, where they stumbled upon an intriguing mural in one of the bedrooms...
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Modigliani
Fiona Bruce and Philip Mould delve into a fragile drawing of a mother and child, attributed to the renowned modern artist Amedeo Modigliani. The piece...
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3
Sisley
Fiona Bruce, Philip Mould, and their team assist American couple Kim and Chuck in their quest to authenticate a landscape painting they believe to be ...
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4
Flemish Old Master
In the episode titled "Flemish Old Master," Fiona and Philip travel to a church in Port Glasgow to explore the origins of a mysterious artwork portray...
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Elisabeth Frink
During a car-boot sale in Essex, a sculpture emerges that closely resembles the artistry of Elisabeth Frink. The team sets out to investigate whether ...
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Joshua Reynolds
An artwork acquired from an online auction in Monaco, touted as 'inspired by Sir Joshua Reynolds,' holds great potential. However, is there a darker s...
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3
Cezanne and Pissarro
Could two unassuming drawings actually be the work of renowned French painters Pissarro and Cezanne? The team embarks on a quest to collect proof tha...
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4
Arshile Gorky
What secrets lie beneath a seemingly blank canvas drenched in white paint? This enigma could lead to the discovery of a forgotten masterpiece by the ...
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Mondrian
American artist Jeffrey Kroll is convinced that his floral artwork is a creation of abstract art pioneer Piet Mondrian. He seeks the team's expertise ...
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Helen McNicoll
David Taylor, an art dealer, is convinced that a piece in his saleroom is a genuine creation by renowned Canadian impressionist Helen McNicoll. The te...
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Music Memorabilia
In this episode titled "Music Memorabilia," the team explores the fascinating realm of music artifacts as they examine a piano associated with John Le...
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4
Corot
Sally Green, the owner of a landscape painting, is convinced that it was created by Jean-Baptiste-Camille Corot, a pivotal figure in impressionism. Th...
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The Mystery of Churchill’s Garden
An enigmatic engraving, a renowned figure, and an astonishing valuation propel the team into a thrilling mission to verify a purported 'lost' artwork ...
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A Tale of Two Renoirs
The team delves into the origins of an early portrait alongside an enchanting landscape, both attributed to one of art's most celebrated figures. Coul...
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3
A Modern Masterpiece for £35?
When a keen art blogger picked up a £35 bargain at auction, he started to suspect he’d found a missing work by Frances Hodgkins. Can the team prove...
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4
Portrait of a Lady - in Pittsburgh?
An American couple discovers that their $200 portrait might actually be an undiscovered piece by the renowned artist Angelica Kauffman. While the clue...
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5
What Happened Next? A Double Whodunnit
The team revisits two significant portraits of Black British women from the 18th and 19th centuries. They delve into how contemporary societal shifts ...
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6
What Happened Next? Helen McNicoll
The team return to the story of a painting by Canadian impressionist Helen McNicoll. Did owner David take a big money offer from a rich collector or t...
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Fabergé or Fauxbergé
Fiona and Philip investigate the story behind a possible Fabergé flower, long tucked away in a Liverpool shoebox. Rumored to have once belonged to ro...
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2
A Passage to India
In a strange twist of fate, two women from different centuries—a mysterious Indian woman and a Scottish painter from the 1700s—find themselves unt...
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The Last Gift
A final bequest from a Kindertransport survivor may be the work of Fauvist master André Derain. Could this hidden treasure fetch a handsome sum for a...
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4
Freud or Fraud?
Fifteen prints discovered in a dusty garage could be a fortune in the making—if they’re genuine. The team digs into whether these pieces truly cam...
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What Happened Next? Toulouse-Lautrec
Two charming sketchbooks discovered in a garden shed in France could finally be confirmed as genuine creations by renowned French artist Henri de Toul...
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What Happened Next? John Lennon's Piano
