Priceless Crystal Throne Shattered: What Was the Tourist Thinking?

Some call it the Mona Lisa of furniture, others see it as just another place to rest their weary post-museum feet—either way, we’re living in a time where sitting on art is apparently the hottest new form of self-expression. A crystal-encrusted chair—yep, that shimmering homage to Van Gogh’s iconic brushstrokes—didn’t stand a chance when a selfie-seeking tourist decided to turn it into a photo op with catastrophic consequences. Who knew Impressionism could be so… impressionable? Honestly, is the modern art world really just elaborate chairs and warning signs now? Should “Do Not Sit” be its own medium? There’s something poetic about the intersection of art, human impulse, and, let’s face it, a complete disregard for boundaries. Still, I can’t help but wonder—was it a true masterpiece if it couldn’t withstand one enthusiastic butt? LEARN MORE

A crystal-covered chair inspired by one of Vincent Van Gogh’s most famous paintings was seriously damaged when a tourist sat on it while posing for a photograph. What do you think?

“And that, too, is art.”

Gail Holmberg, Systems Analyst

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Fabian Azarias, Polyurethane Enthusiast

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