Stolen Matisse works tied to infamous art thief in Brazil

Laessio Rodrigues, infamous for stealing art and books, is accused of masterminding the theft.

Artworks by Henri Mattise, Paul Cezanne and Pierre-August Renoir stolen in two separate cases have been recovered in Brazil and Italy.

Eight illustrations by French artist Henri Matisse, stolen from a library in São Paulo, have been recovered by police in Brazil.

A man is arrested after eight works by the French artist are found at a home in greater São Paulo.

NewsFeedBrazil police say they have found eight stolen art pieces by French painter Henri Matisse that are valued at around $200,000, according to authorities. One person linked to the theft was arrested.Published On 14 Aug 2026