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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 12, 2026Miami-Dade

Thieves steal 210 Mozart statuettes from Salzburg exhibition

Organizers report that 210 of 320 polymer Mozart statuettes have been stolen from a public exhibition in Salzburg, Austria. The theft occurred within two weeks of the display's opening, leaving the tribute to the composer significantly depleted.

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Why It Matters

The theft impacts a public art exhibition celebrating the 270th birthday of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, resulting in the loss of over 65% of the displayed works.

Key Facts

  • A total of 210 statuettes have been stolen from an exhibition of 320 figures.
  • The statuettes depict Mozart with his dog, Pimperl.
  • The exhibition was launched by the Mozarteum Foundation on July 15.
  • The theft occurred within a two-week period following the installation.
  • Each statuette is less than 50 centimeters tall.
  • The artist, Ottmar Hörl, intended to sell the figures for approximately 100 euros ($114) after the exhibition.
  • The exhibition is scheduled to remain on display until August 30.
  • Mozart was born on January 27, 1756.
  • The manufacturer of the statues was unavailable for replacements due to holidays.

Who's Mentioned

organizationMozarteum Foundation“Organizer of the exhibition in Salzburg.”personWolfgang Amadeus Mozart“Subject of the art exhibition and composer.”personOttmar Hörl“German conceptual artist who designed the statuettes.”locationSalzburg“Hometown of Mozart and site of the exhibition.”