On the night of August 15, 2026, thieves entered a museum in Italy and stole four works by the Renaissance painter Antonello da Messina. This date coincided with a national holiday in Italy and is considered a peak time for tourism.
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Four Works by Antonello da Messina Stolen from Museum
Four artworks by Antonello da Messina were stolen from a museum in Italy on August 15, 2026. The theft occurred during a national holiday, which is a busy time for visitors.
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