A plea for assistance has been made by a British artist to locate a well-known Ibiza sculpture that was recently stolen, believed to be a prank. The missing artwork, named Bertha, vanished from an art studio near Santa Eulalia where it had stood for six years, attracting both locals and tourists who often stopped to take photos with it. The owner of Lost Artist Ibiza, Christopher Stone, raised the alarm through a post on an expat Facebook group, urging the community to spread the word about the sculpture’s disappearance.

Describing the sculpture as large and distinctive, Stone expressed hopes that it was taken in jest and could be returned without repercussions. Given Bertha’s prominence in the area, he believes it would be challenging for the thief to keep or sell it openly. Stone, who noticed the sculpture missing during his daily commute, mentioned the lack of leads despite the community’s response. Authorities informed him that the absence of surveillance cameras in the vicinity could hinder the investigation.

Support poured in from friends and locals, with one UK-based artist expressing shock over the incident and offering reassurance that Bertha would likely be recovered. Upset reactions from Ibiza residents highlighted the sentimental value attached to the sculpture and the disapproval of the theft. Despite the setback, Christopher remains optimistic about Bertha’s return, emphasizing the sculpture’s significance as a local landmark depicting a whimsical character.

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