WORCESTER, MASS. (WHDH) - The Worcester Art Museum says a piece of art they had on display is likely stolen and will be returned to its rightful owner.
The museum bought the bronze Roman statue titled “Portrait of a Lady” in 1966.
After an investigation determined the piece may have been stolen from a Turkish emperor’s large family shrine.
The statue is being sent to the Manhattan DA’s Office before it is returned to its country of origin.
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