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Million dollar art theft in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney
Local News - Sydney
Written by Daniel Shaw   
Friday, 13 August 2010 14:07

Million dollar art theft in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs
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At some time between Saturday 7th August and Tuesday 10th August a total of 18 artworks worth more than $1.5 million dollars were stolen from a property in New Beach Road in Darling Point.
 
Various artworks include paintings and sketches by Pro Hart, David Boyd, John Perceval, Arthur Streeton and Norman Lindsay.
 
Detectives from Rose Bay Police could not comment on whether the artworks were being offered for sale on the international markets.

The artworks were displayed throughout several rooms within the residence.

Police state two 81cm televisions and telephones were taken from the premises and believe that at least two people would have been involved in the theft.
 
Detective Inspector Maricic is appealing to the art community to be observant and report any suspicious activity.

Anyone with information that can assist police should contact Rose Bay detectives via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
 
THE STOLEN PAINTINGS INCLUDE:
 
•        Victoria and Moonlight, Charles Blackman
•        Dreamer in the Glen, David Boyd
•        Nasturtiums, Iris and Blue Vase, Chris Canning
•        Tree of Life, John Coburn
•        The Crimson Scarf, Janet Cumbrae Stewart
•        The Girl in White, Robert Dickerson
•        The Red Gown, Judy Drew
•        The Red Silk Robe, Judy Drew
•        Wild Orchids, Pro Hart
•        Rita of the Seventies, Norman Lindsay
•        Seated Nude, Norman Lindsay
•        Gloria, Norman Lindsay
•        Tug Boat, Williamstown Port, John Perceval
•        Adieu Australia, Garry Shead
•        Capricorn Haze, Tim Storrier
•        Little Blue Bay, Sirius Cove, Sydney, Arthur Streeton
•        Nude with Blue Drape, Dora Lynell Wilson
•        Voyeur, Martine Emdur

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Cynical Observation
written by Annie, at 11:26:57 pm EST on 13 August 2010
Perhaps a little cynical, but my immediate reaction is - are there any separation or divorce issues occuring in this family? It's not unknown for lapsed insurance valuables to disappear in such circumstances. Then who would house such wealth without ongoing back-to-base alarms or high level security in force?

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