ACT Policing media release
Theft of Tom Roberts oil painting
Thursday, 03 July 2008
ACT Policing is investigating the theft of a valuable oil painting by renowned Australian landscape artist Tom Roberts.
The work, which in its frame measures 560mm in height by 455mm wide, was stolen from a wall at University House on Balmain Crescent in Acton.
The work is entitled “Road near the Goulburn River” and is conservatively valued at $25,000.
The theft was reported to police yesterday, and has occurred while University House underwent refurbishment.
It is believed the painting was stolen sometime between April 30 and June 18 this year.
The stolen work is distinctive and easily recognised. Police are urging anyone who have any information which may assist the investigation to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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