The Palazzo Maffei, established in 2020, features a collection of 650 artistic pieces, including works from renowned artists like Picasso, amidst warnings for visitors to cherish and uphold the value of art.
Museum Issues Urgent Call for Respect After Crystal Chair Damage
Museum Issues Urgent Call for Respect After Crystal Chair Damage
An Italian museum pleads for visitors to treat art with respect following an incident where a couple accidentally broke a bejeweled chair.
In Verona, the Palazzo Maffei Museum has expressed its dismay after a couple was caught on camera damaging an artwork chair adorned with hundreds of crystals. The chair, known as the "Van Gogh" chair, is a delicate creation by artist Nicola Bolla and was filmed during an incident where the man fell onto it, causing significant damage. Though museum staff were not aware until later, officials have since alerted the authorities regarding the unidentified individuals. Museum director Vanessa Carlon emphasized the need for respectful behavior in art spaces, noting that while the incident was deemed accidental, the couple’s immediate departure added to the distress. The chair, now restored, serves as a reminder of the fragility of art, and the museum hopes to encourage future visitors to engage mindfully with their exhibits.
