Madonna’s painting appears to be 3cm smaller than the original which disappeared from Amiens, prompting experts to doubt its authenticity.
Despite the doubts, Mayor Foure is keen to grab back the work as part of a bid to win the title of European capital of culture in 2028.
Mayor Foure added: “Clearly, we don’t contest in any way that you have acquired this work legally.
“Could you lend us this work for the occasion of our bid to become European capital of culture in 2028 so our local inhabitants can rediscover this work and enjoy it?
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