The 'unknown X', the widow of Fasianos, and the email that 'snitched' on Tsagarakis
The investigation into renowned gallerist Georgios Tsagarakis escalates following an email detailing alleged forgeries in artworks linked to prominent Greek artists.
George Tsagkarakis: How did he acquire the Gospel? – The family drama of the 'money maker'
George Tsagkarakis, a renowned art dealer in Greece, is facing serious legal charges including embezzlement and fraud, which he vehemently denies.
How the Authorities Traced Tsangarakis: The Phone Call that 'Burned' Him - What His Lawyer Says about the Gospel
A major art forgery and antiquities smuggling operation has been uncovered in Greece, leading to the arrest of well-known gallery owner George Tsangarakis.
Case of a famous gallerist: 321 fake artworks, ancient icons, a Gospel, and a weapon – What was seized by the Greek Police
The Greek Police have arrested a well-known gallerist and an employee for allegedly possessing and selling counterfeit artworks and ancient artifacts.
How G. Tsagkarakis Operated: The Method of Deception with Fake Artworks and Antiquities
A major operation by the Hellenic Police has uncovered an extensive network trafficking in fake artworks and antiquities, leading to the arrest of renowned gallerist George Tsagkarakis and one of his employees.
Criminal prosecution for multiple felonies against Tsagkarakis
Criminal charges have been brought against George Tsagkarakis, the owner of a renowned gallery in Kolonaki, following a raid by authorities on his shops and warehouses.
The Gospel of 1745 has opened Pandora's Box - the famous gallery owner caught in the nets of justice
A well-known art dealer in Greece has been arrested for serious violations of antiquity laws and is due to appear before a prosecutor amid concerns over the authenticity of artworks sold to numerous citizens.
George Tsangarakis: Over 200,000 euros in the gallery - Mystery with the Gospel of 1745
Greek art dealer George Tsangarakis faces serious charges, including forgery and antiquities trafficking, after being arrested for attempting to sell an 18th-century Gospel that has raised authenticity concerns.
Noted art dealer arrested – Over 300 counterfeit paintings found in his warehouse
A well-known art dealer was arrested by Greek police for art forgery and antiquity trafficking after over 300 counterfeit paintings were discovered in his warehouse.
Former police officer acquitted of desecrating state symbols
A former police officer was acquitted of charges related to desecrating the Lithuanian coat of arms after a court found he did not act with malicious intent but rather aimed to create a performance art piece.
George Tsangarakis: The video with the 'sacred relic', the 500 paintings, and the secret storage
Authorities are investigating a secret storage facility in Greece linked to art dealer George Tsangarakis due to concerns over the legality of over 500 paintings and an 18th-century Bible showcased in a controversial video.
The PSA seized a painting of the 'Virgin of the Milk' in Santiago del Estero and is investigating whether it was acquired illegally
The PSA confiscated a painting of the 'Virgin of the Milk' at Santiago del Estero Airport, suspected to have been illegally acquired in Peru.
After an attempted break-in at "Artea" bank – the latest news about the incident and the affected employee
An employee of the "Artea" bank required medical assistance following an attempted break-in, but their condition is improving, and the bank is providing ongoing support.
Mothers report teacher suspected of burning students with hot glue during art class in school
Mothers in Birigui, Brazil, have reported a teacher who allegedly burned students with a hot glue gun as punishment during an art class.
One of the biggest heists in history. The picture frames are still empty, the perpetrators were not caught
Thirty-six years after one of the largest art heists in modern history, the empty frames at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston still await the return of the stolen masterpieces.
The Röbbig Case: The Collection of the Fleeing Art Dealer Reyes Goes Under the Hammer
The art collection of the fugitive dealer Alfredo Reyes from the esteemed Röbbig gallery in Munich is set to be auctioned by Sotheby's following the gallery's bankruptcy, highlighting the challenges faced in the art trade.
São Paulo Court Upholds 15-Year Sentence for Art School Founder for Sexual Violations
The São Paulo Court upheld a 15-year prison sentence for Rubens Ferreira do Espírito Santo, the founder of Atelier do Centro, for sexual violations against three former students.
Cameras capture the robbery at the Mário de Andrade Library and works left on the street
New footage of the robbery at the Mário de Andrade Library in December 2025 was released, showing criminals leaving the scene and abandoning some artwork on the street.
Unpublished images show step-by-step of the theft of 13 artworks at the Mário de Andrade Library
A planned theft at the Mário de Andrade Library in São Paulo resulted in the loss of 13 irreplaceable artworks, captured on security cameras during the execution of the crime.
'I stabbed a teenager in the neck - here's my message for people who carry knives'
Michael Jibowu, who was jailed for stabbing a teenager, now campaigns against knife crime and participated in an art project addressing its consequences.
Graffiti-ridden Slovakia: Foreigners inquire about the damaged facades, a new generation of graffiti artists has emerged
The article discusses the rise of vandalism in the form of graffiti in Slovakia, particularly in Košice, where residents like Annamária Jergušová are frustrated with the repeated damage to their restored homes.
Liberating exhibition on crime and punishment at Kalmar Art Museum
The exhibition "The Last Sentence" at Kalmar Art Museum features works from various artists alongside a collective installation created by six inmates from the city's prison.
The Woman Who Anticipated Her Death
The article discusses Ana Mendieta, a Cuban artist who tragically died at the age of 36 under suspicious circumstances that involved a possible domestic dispute.
Vladimiras Laučius. Russia's Crime and Gritėnas' Punishment
The article discusses the implications of Dostoevsky's 'Crime and Punishment' for the Russian nation and contrasts their cultural pride with a lack of genuine understanding of its lessons.
Teacher is removed from public school after allegation of sexual grooming of underage female students
A public school art teacher in Santa Cruz, Brazil, has been suspended following allegations of sexual grooming towards female students.
Mysterious thriller full of intrigue conquers Netflix. Viewers binge-watch it in one go
A new South Korean crime series, 'The Art of Sarah,' has quickly gained popularity on Netflix in Czechia, ranking in the top 10 shortly after its release.
Actor who portrayed violence in favelas is shot dead in Salvador
Moisés Trindade, a 33-year-old actor known for his role in a webseries about life in Brazilian favelas, was shot dead in Salvador.
The judge made them draw - And in 53 minutes, a 30-year-old lie collapsed
A court case in 1986 reveals that Margaret Keane, a talented artist, was the true creator of the iconic 'Big Eye' paintings, after her husband Walter Keane falsely claimed credit for decades.
Fake works of art: When myth meets crime – Innovations of the new law against forgery
A new law against forgery in Greece seeks to address the extensive international network behind the production and distribution of counterfeit artworks.
Bar declared crime scene as ACT police seize 'clearly satirical' posters under new hate laws
Canberra police seized satirical posters featuring world leaders in Nazi-like uniforms from a bar, declaring it a crime scene under new hate laws.
Police Bought a Painting from a Person in Custody
A police officer in Alingsås purchased an artwork from a man who was under the influence and in the process of being taken into custody for substance abuse.
Money Laundering, Sgarbi Acquitted. "A Mud Machine Against Him"
Art critic Vittorio Sgarbi has been acquitted of money laundering charges related to a stolen artwork.
How did a fraud network infiltrate the world's most famous museum?
A sophisticated fraud network has caused over $11 million in losses at the Louvre Museum in Paris through counterfeit tickets used over the past decade.
Satirical art prize highlights politics, shirtless pics, true crime
The Bald Archy satirical art prize showcases political themes and humorous depictions of notable Australian figures in art from the past year.
The shock that shook France and Spain: 50 years ago, 119 Picassos were stolen in one night
The article recounts the 50th anniversary of the theft of 119 Picasso artworks from the Palais des Papes in Avignon, a high-profile crime that shocked France and Spain.
Artist sues AirAsia for misusing mural
Lithuanian artist Ernest Zacharevic is suing AirAsia for allegedly using his mural design on an aircraft without permission.
Artnapping: What is the Real Purpose Behind Art Theft
The article discusses the connection between criminal underground activities and art theft, focusing on a notable incident at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam.
Emotional farewell from the granddaughter of the murdered cartoonist: 'No one deserves such a death, let alone such a good man'
The granddaughter of the murdered Croatian cartoonist Damir Novak shared a heartfelt tribute on social media, remembering their cherished relationship and his positive influence on her life.
Andrés Serrano, the artist who submerged images of Christ and the Virgin Mary in urine, photographed Jeffrey Epstein months before the suicide
American artist Andrés Serrano, known for controversial works involving religious imagery, has been linked to Jeffrey Epstein through numerous references in Epstein's archives.
Court battle over Picasso art exposes offshore finances of Farage’s billionaire Davos sponsor
A high court battle concerning a Picasso painting has highlighted the offshore financial dealings of businessman Sasan Ghandehari, who underwrote Nigel Farage’s trip to Davos.
The Croatian Cartoonists Society bids farewell to a member: 'He was a dedicated artist and colleague with a big heart'
The Croatian Cartoonists Society mourns the tragic death of Damir Novak, an internationally recognized cartoonist who was killed on February 6 in the village of Mali Mihaljevac.
Three paintings that had been lost for more than 50 years found in the house of the Duke of Alba
The Spanish National Police discovered three paintings, including a Joaquín Sorolla piece and two oils by José Moreno Carbonero, that had been missing for over 50 years in the Duke of Alba's residence.
The Spanish Police recovered three lost paintings hidden in the house of the Duke of Alba
The Spanish Police retrieved three artworks, including Joaquín Sorolla's 'La Chata', that had been missing since the 1970s and were found in the Palacio de Liria in Madrid, the residence of one of Spain's prominent aristocratic families.
New Revelations: What Did the Art World Know About Epstein – and What Did It Want to Ignore?
Revelations about Jeffrey Epstein's networks are causing unrest and resignations in the art world, exposing a fundamental issue within it.
Crown from Louvre Heist Restorable: The Media Afterlife of the Crown Jewels
The damaged and recovered crown of Empress Eugénie can be fully restored following the art theft from the Louvre in Paris on October 19, 2025, which generated significant media coverage and interest in the international museum community.
Painter admits to having restored angel image in church with face of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and will have to redo work; compare
Painter Bruno Valentinetti admitted to depicting the face of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in the restoration of an angel image in a church in central Rome, leading to an investigation by the Italian Ministry of Culture.
The National Police recovers a painting by Sorolla disappeared since the seventies
The National Police has recovered 'La Chata' by Joaquín Sorolla, which had been missing since the 1970s, along with two other state-owned oils by José Moreno Carbonero.
The painting by Sorolla 'La Chata', missing since the 70s, found in the Palacio de Liria
The National Police have recovered three missing artworks from the 1970s, including Joaquín Sorolla's painting 'La Chata', located at the Palacio de Liria in Madrid, owned by the House of Alba.
A stolen sculpture by Gil de Siloé from the 15th century returns to Palencia 45 years later
A 15th-century polychrome wooden sculpture stolen from the main altar of the Santa Eugenia church in Astudillo returns to Palencia after being recovered in Genoa.
Heirs of Pissarro sue the Met over painting sold under Nazi coercion
Heirs of a Jewish art collector persecuted by the Nazis are suing the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York over a Camille Pissarro painting that was allegedly sold under duress in 1941.