Italian police recover stolen Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse paintings

Italian police recovered stolen paintings by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Paul Cézanne, and Henri Matisse on Friday. Authorities said the artworks are worth millions of dollars.

The pieces were taken earlier this year from a private museum near the city of Parma. Police announced the recovery of the masterpieces, which had been missing for several months.

Renoir, Cézanne, and Matisse are central figures in the history of modern art. Their works are prized by collectors and museums around the world for their historical significance and aesthetic value.

The theft from the private collection in northern Italy prompted an investigation by local law enforcement. Officers worked to track down the missing art since the robbery was discovered.

Friday’s statement confirms the paintings have been found. Police did not provide immediate details about the condition of the canvases or whether any suspects had been apprehended.

The recovery brings a close to a major art heist that had drawn attention to the security of private collections. The artworks will likely undergo authentication and conservation checks before being returned to the museum.