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Argentina Couple Under House Arrest in Nazi Art Heist

9/2/2025

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A federal court in Argentina has placed Patricia Kadgien and her husband under house arrest following a failed raid for a stolen painting.
The missing painting, "Contessa Colleoni," is linked to Nazi looting and has been absent for 80 years.
Authorities found two additional 1800s paintings during subsequent raids.
The couple is charged with obstructing the investigation.

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Story summary

A federal court in Argentina has placed Patricia Kadgien and her husband under house arrest following a failed raid for a stolen painting.
The missing painting, "Contessa Colleoni," is linked to Nazi looting and has been absent for 80 years.
Authorities found two additional 1800s paintings during subsequent raids.
The couple is charged with obstructing the investigation.