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Jan van Eyck painting stolen in 1934...
Jan van Eyck painting stolen in 1934...
Item # 598170
April 12, 1934
THE NEW YORK TIMES, April 12, 1934
* Ghent Altarpiece stolen
* Jan van Eyck - Flemish painter
* Saint Bavo Cathedral
This 46 page newspaper has two column headlines on the front page: "Thief Steals Panel by van Eycks That Treaty Restored to Belgium" and more. 1st report coverage on the thief of the famed painting, "Ghent Altarpiece" or "Adoration of the Mystic Lamb" by famous Flemish painter, Jan van Eyck. Report continues on page 3 with illustration (see photos).
Other news, sports and advertisements of the day throughout. Light browning, nice condition.
Category: The 20th Century
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