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News in English (USA) / 20.09.2024 / 17:00

Stolen Winston Churchill Portrait Returned to Canada After Discovery in Italy

The iconic 'Roaring Lion' portrait of Winston Churchill, which had been stolen from a hotel in Canada two years ago, has been successfully retrieved from Italy. The painting was initially taken from a Canadian hotel and replaced with a forgery, leading to an extensive two-year investigation. Authorities tracked the original portrait to an unsuspecting buyer in Italy, who believed he was purchasing a regular print. Following a ceremonial handover in Rome, the painting is set to return to its home in Canada, marking the end of a brazen art heist that captivated the nation.