Theft Notices & Recoveries


MEXICO

The Art Theft Notices displayed on the FBI web site constitute only a partial listing of the objects registered on the National Stolen Art File. All requests for searches of the National Stolen Art File must be made through a law enforcement agency.

Mayan Anthropomorphic Jade Figurine
Delayed classic period of the Acropolis of Copan
Length: 8.66 inches (22cms)

Photograph of Mayan Anthropomorphic Jade Figurine
On March 29, 2004, three sculptures were reported stolen from the San Felipe Sultepec Catholic Church, in the Mexican State of Tlaxcala.
"Santiaguito Apostol (Apostle James)"
Country of Origin: Mexico
polychrome wood
18th century
Height: 75 cm
Photograph of  "Santiaguito Apostol (Apostle James)"
"La Virgen Maria de la Purisima Conception (Virgin Mary of the Purest Conception)"
Country of Origin: Mexico
polychrome wood, 18th century
Height: 150 cm
Photograph of  "La Virgen Maria de la Purisima Conception (Virgin Mary of the Purest Conception)"
On August 4, 2004, six sculptures were reported stolen from the community house of worship in Santa Anita Huiloac, State of Tlaxcala, Mexico.
"Monk"
carved polychrome wood
18th century
110 x 50 cms
Photograph of Monk Statue

Sculpture
"Caravaca Cross"
carved polychrome wood with golden elements
18th century
100 x 60 cms

Photograph of  "Caravaca Cross"

Sculpture
"Angel Face I"
carved polychrome wood with gold leaf
18th century
15 x 65 x 15 cms

Photograph of "Angel Face 1"

Sculpture
"Angel Face II"
carved polychrome wood with gold leaf
18th century
15 x 65 x 15 cms

"Photograph of "Angel Face II"

Sculpture
"Angel Face III"
carved polychrome wood with gold leaf
18th century
15 x 65 x 15 cms

Photograph of "Angel Face III"

Sculpture
"Angel Face IV"
carved polychrome wood with gold leaf
18th century
15 x 65 x 15 cms

Photograph of "Angel Face IV"

People with information regarding this theft should contact the nearest FBI field office or United States Embassy.

 

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