An Evening of Art and Intrigue: Counterfeit Clementine Hunter Paintings Investigation
Join FBI Special Agent, Randolph Deaton, as he dives into the world of counterfeit art and forgeries at the West Baton Rouge Museum
West Baton Rouge Museum 845 North Jefferson Avenue, Port Allen, Louisiana 70767
Ever watched a true crime show and fancied yourself an ace detective? Ever seen a piece of art and wondered how to tell if it was a fake? If either of these applies to you, you're on the right trail: the West Baton Rouge Museum is offering the opportunity to join FBI Special Agent Randolph Deaton for a discussion on counterfeit art, how it's made, and how to identify it. Louisiana folk artist Clementine Hunter's work is frequently counterfeited, and Agent Deaton is personally responsible for taking down one of the most prolific forgers of her work, making for the perfect case study to investigate. This after-hours event will take place from 6:30 pm–8:30 pm. Free. Visit the West Baton Rouge Museum Facebook Page for event details.
Read more about how Randy Deaton ended the forty-year career of a Clementine Hunter forger in our article from 2018, here.