During WWII, Dutch painter Han van Meegeren sold a "Vermeer" to Nazi leader Hermann Göring. After the war, accused of collaboration, van Meegeren revealed it was his forgery, painted to dupe the Nazis. He became a national hero overnight for his deception, showcasing an extraordinary twist where art protected art and reputation.
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