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Colossal and rebellious: Swarovski Crystal Worlds is showing its magnificently "FAMOS" side

Blue Noses: Famos

Blue Noses: Famos

Blue Noses: Famos

Not only is Swarovski Crystal Worlds one of the most frequently visited sights in Austria – for fifteen years now, it has also been a forum for exciting art. Throughout the "Art in the Giant" program, its Chamber of Wonders has been reinventing itself over and over again, becoming a stage for new and unexpected exhibitions. Starting in fall 2010, all eyes will be fixed on the duo Blue Noses. Satirical art from Russia captured in crystalline marvels, in dimensions never before seen. The FAMOS exhibition presents new interpretations of worldfamous architectural works, a unique collaborative project by the artist duo Blue Noses, Swarovski, and the Knoll Gallery.

Ever since man has been able to build, he has been reaching for the skies. Throughout human history, the most magnificent architectural masterpieces have been created in the process. From wonders of the world long since faded from the face of history such as the Colossus of Rhodes to more modern accomplishments such as the Burj Khalifa, humankind has often amazed even itself with its accomplishments. Swarovski Crystal Worlds is all about these kinds of moments of awe, and beginning in November 2010 there will be even more exciting moments when FAMOS presents itself to art enthusiasts. Swarovski, known for its visionary spirit, once again embarks on yet another new path of pioneering work. The Russian artistic duo Blue Noses, with its notoriously, profoundly absurd, yet humorous performances, joined creative forces with legendary Swarovski crystalline bevel art in a once-in-a-lifetime way to reinvent some of humanity's best-known architectural icons and polishing them up with a new contemporary twist.