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Antonello Masterpieces Stolen from Sicilian Museum | Oakland News
Four priceless Renaissance masterpieces by Antonello da Messina vanished from Sicily’s Regional Museum during a citywide celebration, sparking global alarm. Worth $81–92 million, the stolen panels—including works from the San Gregorio Polyptych and a double-sided Virgin and Christ piece—were taken despite working alarms and on-duty guards, making the heist baffling and devastating for art history. Experts warn selling such iconic pieces is nearly impossible on the black market, though Italy has seen other high-profile thefts recently—some recovered. With renewed global interest in Antonello’s…
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