9min chapter

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The case of the stolen masks

Planet Money

CHAPTER

Unmasking Art Theft

This chapter explores the intricate world of stolen art, focusing on a Nepalese mask linked to illicit trade. The narrator shares their investigation at the Rubin Museum of Art, examining how auction houses may facilitate the sale of stolen artifacts. It highlights the challenges of tracing provenance and the efforts of law enforcement to dismantle art smuggling networks while reuniting stolen items with their rightful owners.

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