### [2026-08-15](/feed/2026/08/15/index.md)

##### Renaissance
# Four artwork by Renaissance artist Antonello da Messina are reportedly stolen from the Regional Museum of Messina in Messina, Sicily, Italy. 




### Sources:

1. [Reuters](https://www.reuters.com/world/four-antonello-da-messina-works-stolen-renaissance-painters-hometown-2026-08-16/)
2. [The Guardian](https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2026/aug/16/antonello-da-messina-renaissance-paintings-stolen-sicilian-museum-holiday)

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