Art Traffickers: Treasures Stolen from the Tombs — Season 1, Episode 3: The Capitoline Triad
Documentary • 45 min • 1 season, 4 episodes • ★ 8.0/10
Episode synopsis
The Capitoline Triad is a unique sculpture that comprised the three Roman deities Jupiter, Juno, and Minerva, and was discovered in the ancient Villa of Inviolata in 1992 by grave robbers. This episodes retraces the Italian military police's investigation, which led to them successfully retrieving it two years later in Switzerland.
About Art Traffickers: Treasures Stolen from the Tombs
Through a combination of interviews and studio reconstructions, recount the gripping stories behind those who have excavated and stolen masterpieces.