On the Trail of the Secret: Where is Raphael's Young Man?
The article explores the mysterious disappearance of Raphael's "Portrait of a Young Man" during the chaotic final months of World War II.
France tasks Versailles director with overhauling Louvre after heist
France has appointed the director of the Palace of Versailles to oversee significant changes at the Louvre following a recent heist.
Louvre director resigns after heist highlights security failures
The director of the Louvre museum in France has resigned following a high-profile heist that exposed significant security weaknesses at the institution.
France: The Director of the Louvre Resigns
Laurence des Cars has resigned as the director of the Louvre four months after a high-profile theft, a move described by President Emmanuel Macron as an 'act of responsibility.'
France: The Director of the Louvre Resigns
Laurence des Cars has resigned as director of the Louvre, a move seen as a response to intensified pressure following a significant heist at the museum.
The director of the Louvre has resigned - again
Laurence des Cars has resigned from her position as director of the Louvre Museum, with President Emmanuel Macron accepting her resignation following a high-profile jewelry heist.
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.
Dresden Museum is Under Constant Police Watch, Another Heist of the Century is Threatened
The police are continuously monitoring the Dresden Museum due to threats of another potential significant heist.
Spanish police have tracked down the statue of Pontius Pilate stolen years ago from Budějovice
Spanish police recovered a 17th-18th century statue of Pontius Pilate that was stolen from the Czech Republic in 2009.
A painting disappeared from a well-known restaurant in Klaipėda: it is very dear to the owner
A cherished painting went missing from a restaurant's restroom in Klaipėda, causing emotional distress to the owner.
There was negligence at the Mário de Andrade Library, says former director, after thefts
Ex-director Luiz Armando Bagolin claims that negligence has led to significant thefts at the Mário de Andrade Library in São Paulo, while the city's Culture Secretary denies any management failures.
Yet more embarrassment for the Louvre amid ticket fraud revelations and leaky pipes
The Louvre has encountered further scandal due to a large-scale ticket fraud network that led to the arrest of two employees and adds to previous high-profile theft incidents.
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.
The black year of the Louvre: after the theft and the scam, water nearly touches the Mona Lisa
The Louvre Museum faces a series of crises including theft, floods, and closures following the announcement of its ambitious renovation project.
The Louvre Museum is haunted by a curse: this time, one of the most visited galleries was flooded
The Louvre Museum has faced another flood, affecting a key gallery that houses significant artworks, including the Mona Lisa.
This Day in History: 'Thank you for the weak security system!' – The Theft of Munch's Painting 'The Scream' in Oslo
On February 12, 1994, Edvard Munch's 'The Scream' was stolen from the National Gallery in Oslo during the Winter Olympics opening, highlighting significant security failures.
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.
Chinese probe into Nanjing Museum scandal alleges historic mismanagement and corruption
A scandal involving the Nanjing Museum highlights allegations of corruption and mismanagement regarding the sale of donated paintings that were supposed to be preserved.
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.
It is known what happened to the crown stolen from the Louvre. The museum showed photos
The crown of Empress Eugenie, stolen by thieves in October 2025, was abandoned during their escape, and despite its damage, it can be restored to its former glory according to Louvre representatives.
Stone head of an official. The Netherlands returned a 3500-year-old stolen statue to Egypt
The Netherlands returned a 3500-year-old stolen statue to Egypt, which was identified after appearing at an art fair in Maastricht and confirmed to have been illegally taken during the Arab Spring in 2011.
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.
The Louvre announces that the crown of Eugenia de Montijo can be restored
The Louvre has announced plans to fully restore the crown of Empress Eugenia de Montijo, which managed to escape theft but suffered significant crushing damage.
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.
Remember the theft of more than a hundred works by Picasso that marked history 50 years ago
Fifty years ago, thieves stole around 119 works by Pablo Picasso from the Palais des Papes in Avignon, France, in a heist notable for its audacity and execution without the intervention of guards or police.
Nantes: a contemporary statue stolen in the city center
A contemporary statue titled 'the genius of protest' by artist Willem de Haan was stolen from downtown Nantes overnight, with a complaint filed regarding the theft.
Theft at the Louvre: the crown of Empress Eugénie suffered from a 'massive deformation'
The crown of Empress Eugénie was significantly damaged during a theft at the Louvre as burglars crushed it while attempting to remove it from its display case.
Agnelli Heritage, 35 paintings have disappeared: traces found in confidential documents
Important updates on the investigation regarding the art pieces of the Agnelli family reveal that 35 significant paintings are currently being searched for by investigators in Rome.
The Art That Americans Took
The second episode of 'La memoria en ruinas' explores the little-known fact revealed by José María Sadia and Andrea Morán, that Spain functioned as an auction house in the early 20th century, with art experts explaining how international dealers took various artistic treasures to sell to American tycoons.