In France, they talked about the condition of the found Renoir paintings
Quick Look
- Paintings by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, found after theft on October 9, were damaged.
- According to Marseille prosecutor Nicolas Besson, the paintings require restoration, which is why their transportation to Paris was delayed.
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Why It Matters
The paintings were stolen from the Renoir Museum and discovered by French police on October 9.
Paintings by the impressionist Pierre-Auguste Renoir, discovered on October 9 after they were stolen, were damaged and should be restored, BFM TV channel reports, citing Marseille prosecutor Nicolas Besson.
The television channel reported on October 9 that French police had discovered paintings stolen during the robbery of the museum of the impressionist Renoir.
"The frame of the painting 'Girl at the Well' is damaged, and there is a tear in the painting 'Madame Colonna-Romano'. That is why they could not be transported to Paris this morning, since they first have to be restored," the channel quoted Besson as saying.
He added that the damage was minor.
Open Questions
- Who is the suspect in the theft?
- What is the scope of restoration work required?
