Where are You Going with that Monet?

Here is an article from earlier this year out of the NY Times on art theft. I know it is a little late or not as timely as some of the other AW posts, but it does go hand in hand with the post of earlier today on the four categories of art theft. I also believe the content is relevant as well.

The article comes to the conclusion that although art theft is a large problem, the perpetrators are not of the highest criminal caliber. The article states "In fact, they are often found pretty far down the ladder of professional purloining, acting on impulse or opportunity in a world in which museums are still relatively unguarded public spaces. And in many cases, to put it bluntly, art thieves are just not very good."

Included in the online article is a link to images chronicling 8 of the most famous art thefts, including Rembrant's "Lady & Gentleman in Black", Vemeer's "The Concert", a Picasso and a Cellini sculpture. To view the mini slide show click HERE.

To read the NY Times article "Where are You Going with that Monet" click HERE.