# Mastermind of €88m Louvre heist says they could have stolen more

The mastermind behind the 2011 theft of artworks worth €88 million from the Louvre has claimed the group could have taken even more. In a rare interview, the unidentified individual described the heist's planning and execution, revealing missed opportunities. This account offers new insight into one of the most audacious art thefts in history.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/13/mastermind-of-88m-louvre-heist-thought-they-could-have-taken-more) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 04:00:37 GMT

### Technology
- [TechCrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2026/07/15/why-greylock-capped-its-new-fund-at-1-5b-when-it-says-it-could-have-raised-more/) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:20:42 +0000