Prince Charles entangled in counterfeit art scandal

Prince Charles has been affected by a large counterfeit art scandal, after it was revealed that some of the artworks displayed at his Dumfries House estate in Scotland were allegedly painted by an American con-artist.

It was revealed on Sunday that the future King's home is a location relating to one of the most incredible art hoaxes in royal history.

Convicted American art counterfeiter, Tony Tetro told the Mail on Sunday that he forged a Monet, Picasso and Dali which were all loaned to the house and insured for $194 million.

It is understood that these three painting are apart of a wider collection of 17 artworks that were loaned to the house by former bullion dealer, James Stunt.

Tetro telling the Mail on Sunday that "there is no question about it, James knew they were mine.

Contrary to that story, Stunt told the outlet that none of the paintings have come back to him.

"None of these pictures have come back, they are all there," Stunt told the outlet when questioned. "No Monet has come back to me because it is not real."

"None of my stuff is fake."

People magazine confirmed with the Prince's foundation that the Prince had no role in selecting the artworks, nor did the foundation verify the authenticity.

"Dumfries House accepts artwork on loan from time to time from individuals and organisations such as the Scottish National Gallery," a Prince's Foundation spokesperson said in a statement.

"It is extremely regrettable that the authenticity of these particular few paintings, which are no longer on display, now appears to be in doubt."

Since the allegations were reported, the artworks have been removed form view.