From Mona Lisa to Napoleon's jewels
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One of the most infamous heists in the cultural institution’s history was the 1911 theft of the Mona Lisa—when Pablo Picasso numbered among the suspects.
Authorities were racing Monday to reassure the public about security at key cultural sites — and find the jewels stolen from the museum before they can be broken up and melted down.
The Louvre Museum, located in the heart of Paris, is one of the world’s largest and most famous art museums. Home to thousands of priceless artworks, including Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, Winged Victory of Samothrace,
The French Culture Minister Rachida Dati posted on X that the museum in Paris has been closed. No injuries have been reported