Russian investigators say at least 30 forged works by Soviet dissident sculptor Ernst Neizvestny were sold to private collectors

Russian investigators have uncovered a significant case involving at least 30 forged artworks by the Soviet dissident sculptor Ernst Neizvestny that were sold to private collectors, including prominent figures. The investigation, now redacted, implicates Channel One chief executive Konstantin Ernst as a victim in this criminal case, according to sources in the art market. This case sheds light on the complex world of art forgery and raises questions about the integrity of the art market and the mechanisms in place to authenticate valuable works.