Historical Events tagged with "scream"
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The Scream and Madonna paintings stolen in Oslo
Two famous paintings by Edvard Munch, 'The Scream' and 'Madonna,' were stolen from the Munch Museum in Oslo, Norway, during broad daylight. Armed thieves entered the museum and threatened staff and visitors before making off with the iconic artworks. The brazen heist, occurring at around 11 a.m., drew significant media attention as these works are considered vital to Norway’s cultural heritage, reflecting the country’s devotion to Munch's legacy. The paintings were valued at millions and the theft raised concerns over museum security in an age when art theft has become increasingly prevalent.
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