86 Small Mozart Sculptures Stolen from Mirabell Garden
Golden Mozart figurines were stolen from parks in Munich and Salzburg. About a third of the sculptures were taken. This is causing concern about the safety of cultural items.
The theft began with the disappearance of several 'Mini-Mozarts' from the Mirabellgarten in Salzburg. The artist reported the theft to the police. Approximately half of the sculptures are missing. The theft happened after the sculptures had been displayed for two weeks in Munich’s Mirabell Park. Authorities are investigating the loss of these valuable items.
Summarized from the sources above. Read the originals for the full story.
Highlights
Mozart Sculptures Stolen
About one-third of golden Mozart sculptures were taken from Mirabell Park.
Theft Happened Quickly
The sculptures were stolen just two weeks after being displayed.
Half Sculptures Missing
Approximately half of the 'Mini-Mozarts' are believed to be gone.
Artist Reported Theft
The artist reported the theft to the police.
Financial Authorities Involved
The artist filed a report with financial authorities.