The painting that disappeared from the City of Arcos … and reappeared at a private home

And Oil on the 18th century canvas with the image of the Immaculate Conception, Property of the City Council of Arches From the border, it has been recovered by the Civil Guard after staying years outside the municipal offices. The work was returned in perfect condition by the family of a former town hall officialIo, already deceased, who allegedly withdrew it improperly.

The investigation began as a result of a Complaint filed by the Municipal Delegate of Culture, Education and heritage for the disappearance of the painting, which was part of the artistic collection of the Town Hall and was cataloged since 2006 with the number 52 of the Municipal Pinacoteca. According to records, there could be belonged to the old Jesuit congregation that operated in the town.

The case was assumed by the Organic Judicial Police Unit of Cádiz, at the request of the Court of First Instance and Instruction number 4 of Arcos. After ruling out that the painting was being sold in artals specialized in art, the investigation focused on a municipal worker of a certain relevance already deceased.

The agents contacted the former official’s family, to which they explained the origin of the picture, their patrimonial value and the legal implications of their possession. The collaboration It was key: with the consent of the heirs, The home was accessed where the paint waswhich was withdrawn and delivered to the Culture Delegation of the City Council.

The work, in excellent condition, has already become part of the municipal artistic heritage.