Art theft

Art theft, sometimes called artnapping, is the stealing of paintings or sculptures from galleries or museums. Art is sometimes used by criminals as collateral to secure loans. Only a small percentage of stolen art is recovered—an estimated 10%. Some nations operate police squads to investigate art theft.

Art theft

Art theft, sometimes called artnapping, is the stealing of paintings or sculptures from galleries or museums. Art is sometimes used by criminals as collateral to secure loans. Only a small percentage of stolen art is recovered—an estimated 10%. Some nations operate police squads to investigate art theft.