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Search for Nazi-Looted Painting Sparks Cover-Up Allegations

8/30/2025

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Story summary

Argentine authorities are searching for the Nazi-looted painting "Portrait of a Lady," which disappeared before a police raid.
The artwork was owned by Jewish dealer Jacques Goudstikker and linked to former SS officer Friedrich Kadgien.
Investigators suspect a cover-up, as two firearms were found during the raid, but the painting was absent.
The property listing has been removed, and the owner's daughters are being investigated.

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Story summary

Argentine authorities are searching for the Nazi-looted painting "Portrait of a Lady," which disappeared before a police raid.
The artwork was owned by Jewish dealer Jacques Goudstikker and linked to former SS officer Friedrich Kadgien.
Investigators suspect a cover-up, as two firearms were found during the raid, but the painting was absent.
The property listing has been removed, and the owner's daughters are being investigated.