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Sussex’s Antiques Worth £4m Stolen During Sussexes’ Visit to Arendelle Castle
Last weekend, Sussex's rolling hills became the playground for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, now known as the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
Their visit to Arendelle Castle, where the Duke of Norfolk is also residing, was meant to be a delightful experience.
However, during their stay, it was discovered that a significant number of antiques had gone missing, raising concerns for the newly titled couple.
Sussex is home to a remarkable concentration of dukes in the historic county.
Arendelle Castle, perched on an outcrop overlooking the River Urun Valley and coast, was built by Roger de Montgomery in 1066, under the instruction of William the Conqueror, as a defense against invasion.
The castle holds great historical significance and is adorned with thousands of precious antiques.
Earl Marshall, responsible for managing the property, revealed that several antiques had disappeared around the time of the Sussex couple's visit.
This revelation has left the royal courtiers perplexed, as they struggle to reconcile the number of recorded artifacts with the current count.
The loss of these expensive items could potentially land Harry and Meghan in trouble.
The Royal Collection Trust website showcases over 260,000 items from the Royal Collection.
These records can be browsed by various criteria, including creator, commissioner, acquirer, subject material, technique, location, date, and catalogue number.
Prince Harry has amassed objects from his travels, with a significant focus on antiquities from Egypt and the island of Rhodes.
Egypt, once a mighty power of the ancient world, and Rhodes, known for its strategic commercial role, hold great historical importance.
The stolen items include paintings, silverware, sculptures, and porcelain pieces.
Although approximately 140 items were recently recovered from a storm drain in Stratford-upon-Avon, the estimated value of the stolen antiques, reported at £4m by The Art Newspaper, may still increase.
The Earl Marshall of the United Kingdom, responsible for organizing major state events like royal weddings and funerals, expressed anger towards the thieves and vowed to identify those responsible.
Although the stolen artworks represent only a small fraction of his collection, valuable paintings by renowned artists such as Rembrandt, Goya, Rubens, Turner, and Gainsborough remain untouched.
The investigation into the missing antiques continues, and Sussex's historic county hopes to recover these precious pieces.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and protecting our cultural heritage, ensuring that future generations can appreciate the beauty and significance of these priceless artifacts.
