Lilli Hollein

“the theft of a highly valuable piece of jewellery... has hit us hard”

Lilli Hollein · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-28

Hollein commented on the impact of the theft of the diamond necklace from the Vienna museum.

“Security issues were taken very seriously and all security measures were carefully prepared.”

Lilli Hollein · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-28

Hollein stated that MAK had developed a security plan with Van Cleef & Arpels specifically for the exhibition.

“particularly in light of the incidents at major museums in recent years”

Lilli Hollein · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-28

Hollein said MAK had thoroughly reviewed its security measures ahead of the exhibition.