author
T. G. Wakeling
Best known for a compact 1912 study of fake Egyptian artifacts, this early 20th-century writer explored how collectors and travelers could be misled by convincing forgeries. The work still stands out for its practical, curious look at the trade in imitation antiquities.
1 Audiobook
Forged Egyptian Antiquities
by T. G. Wakeling
About the author
Very little biographical information about this author is easy to confirm from reliable online sources. What can be confirmed is that T. G. Wakeling is credited as the author of Forged Egyptian Antiquities, first published in 1912 and now available through public-domain archives.
The book examines counterfeit Egyptian objects and the tricks used to make them seem ancient, aiming to help readers recognize how easily buyers could be deceived. Its continued availability through library and public-domain editions suggests a lasting niche interest among readers of archaeology, collecting, and the history of forgery.
Because dependable personal details are scarce, it is safest to remember Wakeling through this surviving work rather than through a well-documented public biography.