Axel NILSSON
1889–1980/1981, Sweden
Verdict of guilty
0201-K268616-11
Drawing, depicting a woman with headdress at a cafe table. 40x32 cm. (57x50 incl. Frame). The painting was submitted to the Auction House Kolonn in Sundbyberg, Sweden, for sale. The auction house did suspect that the painting was not authentic and called in police who took the painting seized for further investigation. Technical examination and expert commentary shows that the artwork is a forgery. Prosecutor's assessment: The painting is a forgery and shall be forfeited.