Couple Breaks Crystal Chair at Italian Museum: CCTV Footage Goes Viral

Verona Museum Vandalism: Couple Damages Crystal Chair, Footage Goes Viral A bizarre incident at the Palazzo Maffei museum in Verona, Italy, has captivated the internet. Security footage released by the museum shows a couple deliberately breaking a chair encrusted with Swarovski crystals. The incident occurred in April, but the footage only recently surfaced online on June 12th. The video clearly shows the couple posing for a picture, with one sitting on the chair. The chair, described by a museum historian as "mostly hollow and held together by tinfoil," collapses under the weight. The couple then quickly leaves the scene. "Though it looks sturdy," explained the historian, "the chair is quite delicate." The museum has since repaired the damaged artwork. Authorities are investigating the incident, but the couple remains unidentified. The museum posted the CCTV footage as a cautionary tale, urging visitors to respect the art. The video has since gone viral, highlighting the importance of responsible museum behavior. The incident serves as a reminder of the fragility of art and the need for careful handling of museum pieces.