A couple was caught on camera damaging a Swarovski crystal-covered chair artwork inspired by Van Gogh at Palazzo Maffei in Verona. The man sat on the delicate piece, causing it to collapse under ...

An attempt at the perfect photo left a Van Gogh Swarovski-covered chair in ruins — now the museum is turning damage into a teachable moment. By Andrea-Rose Oates • Published June 16, 2025 ...

Footage released by the Palazzo Maffei in Verona shows a man and woman taking turns to pose with the museum’s “Van Gogh” chair, before the man sits on it, breaking its seat and two front legs.

Tourist falls on and destroys crystal Van Gogh chair in viral museum mishap An attempt at the perfect photo left a Van Gogh Swarovski-covered chair in ruins — now the museum is turning damage ...