Mark Peet Visser described the shocking audacity of the robbery, stating that thieves 'used heavy explosives to blast their way into his gallery,' showcasing a dangerous level of planning.
Visser expressed concern for the damaged prints, noting that the stolen works 'were to be shown at the upcoming PAN Amsterdam art fair,' highlighting the loss to the art community.
Despite the prints being less valuable than paintings, they still hold significant worth, with Visser remarking, 'The works are worth a considerable sum,' indicating their importance.
The robbers' actions not only mirrored an alarming trend in art theft but also underscored Warhol's status, since the stolen prints were part of his iconic 'Reigning Queens' series.
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