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Stolen Pablo Picasso Print Recovered in Milwaukee After Eight Years
Just the facts
Milwaukee landlord Tim Dertz discovered a signed Pablo Picasso print titled Torero while cleaning out an apartment following a tenant eviction. Dertz showed the framed print to an antique dealer who recognized it as the artwork stolen from DeLind Fine Art Appraisals in 2018. The artwork, valued between $35,000 and $50,000 and bearing its original gallery label, was turned over to the Milwaukee Police Department for investigation. Gallery owner Bill DeLind confirmed the authenticity of the artwork, which is one of 30 signed copies known to exist.
Why this is news
Milwaukee landlord Tim Dertz discovered a stolen Pablo Picasso print hanging in an apartment while cleaning the unit following an eviction.
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