Maurizio Cattelan’s €5.8 Million Banana Artwork Stolen Again from French Museum

Maurizio Cattelan’s banana sculpture, valued at €5.8 million, has been reported missing again. The artwork was on display at a museum in France when the latest theft occurred. The piece, famously consisting of a single banana, has attracted worldwide attention since its debut. This second disappearance follows a previous incident involving the same work. Museum officials confirmed the loss and are cooperating with law‑enforcement authorities. The theft highlights ongoing challenges in protecting high‑value contemporary art. Security experts suggest that the incident may prompt tighter safeguards for similar works. Investigators are seeking leads to recover the artwork and prevent further incidents.