Da Messina Masterpieces Stolen in Sicily | Dover News

Four masterpieces by Renaissance genius Antonello da Messina vanished from Sicily’s MuMe museum on Ferragosto, just before midnight — including panels from his famed San Gregorio Polyptych and a double-sided Pietà. The theft, timed during Italy’s biggest holiday, has stunned the art world, especially as da Messina’s global profile soared after the Italian government spent $15 million to buy his “Ecce Homo” in March. Experts warn these iconic works are nearly impossible to sell legally, likely destined for the criminal underworld. With no arrests or clues yet, recovery seems uncertain — but the world is watching. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b9358b7d7f8d60ec