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Bic Family Faces Lawsuit Over Stolen 15th-Century Masterpiece

First article: 21 mar. 2026, 14:50 | Last update: 21 mar. 2026, 14:50 | 1 source | 1 article

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The heirs to the Bic pen fortune are facing a contentious legal battle regarding a 15th-century masterpiece. The artwork was allegedly stolen decades ago by the family's chauffeur, and its current whereabouts are unknown. The lawsuit aims to recover the painting and bring the alleged thief to justice.

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Heirs to Bic fortune in nasty legal battle over 15th-century masterpiece allegedly stolen by family chauffeur Foto: The Independent
The Independent 21 mar. 2026, 14:50 (3 hours ago)

Heirs to Bic fortune in nasty legal battle over 15th-century masterpiece allegedly stolen by family chauffeur

Exclusive: At the center of the saga is ‘Saint Sixtus,’ a 1454 painting believed to be among the last works Fra Angelico created before he died the following year

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