A water leak at the Louvre museum in Paris has damaged hundreds of works, just weeks after thieves stole priceless French crown jewels from the museum in broad daylight. The museum's deputy administrator, Francis Steinbock, said between 300-400 works, mostly books, were affected by the leak - and that the count was ongoing. Mr. Steinbock reported that the damage occurred in the Egyptian department and that the volumes are those consulted by Egyptologists, but that no precious books were affected. The issue, discovered in late November, had been known for years, with repairs scheduled for next year. The volumes will be dried, sent to a bookbinder, and restored before being returned to the shelves. Mr. Steinbock described the books as Egyptology journals and scientific documentation from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He confirmed, At this stage, we have no irreparable and definitive losses in these collections. This leak marks the third significant issue the museum has encountered in just three months, following structural weaknesses and a massive jewel heist where items worth €88 million were stolen.
Water Leak Hits the Louvre: Hundreds of Books Damaged!
Water Leak Hits the Louvre: Hundreds of Books Damaged!
A major water leak at the iconic Louvre Museum in Paris has caused damage to hundreds of books, just weeks after a significant jewel heist. Thankfully, essential documents are safe!
A water leak at the Louvre has affected 300-400 books in the Egyptian department but has spared any precious artifacts. The leak, known for years, will see books restored and the museum is expected to repair the issue next year.
