抄録
In this paper, using case studies, I present some unethical acts that were indeed perpetrated by artists, and discuss
what motivated them to fake and plagiarize. Upon conclusion, it should be apparent that fakes and plagiarism are
due to a lack of respect for artists and a biased evaluation of their work only in monetary terms, reflecting that art
dealers and collectors treat artwork only as merchandise. Further, encouraging aesthetes, patrons and collectors to champion promising emerging artists is more effective than teaching professional ethics to artists regarding the
deleterious impact of fakes and plagiarism.
