CCTV footage shows the moment suspected thieves hauled stolen Matisse artworks through the streets of Sao Paulo. On Sunday (7 December), at least 13 pieces of art — eight by Matisse and five by Portinari — were taken from the Mário de Andrade Library. The government said security footage showed two men carrying the artworks to a car parked nearby. Police said one suspect was arrested and a second is still being sought. Sao Paolo officials are working with Interpol to ensure the artworks are not taken out of the country.
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Holly Bishop | Wednesday 10 December 2025 21:27 GMT
CCTV footage shows the moment suspected thieves hauled stolen Matisse artworks through the streets of Sao Paulo.
On Sunday (7 December), at least 13 pieces of art — eight by Matisse and five by Portinari — were taken from the Mário de Andrade Library.
The government said security footage showed two men carrying the artworks to a car parked nearby.
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