Swiss family inherits Finnish art collection revealing secret history
Read on hs.fi · 8 November 2026

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Grandchildren in Switzerland inherited an extensive art collection consisting entirely of Finnish pieces.
The collection belonged to their grandfather, Jean-Louis Perret. The discovery of these works revealed that Perret lived a secret life in Finland. The sheer volume and specific nature of the Finnish art pieces suggest a deep, previously unknown connection between Perret and the country.
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