October 24 marks Daniel Swarovski's 150th anniversary. Although not much of a violinist, Swarovski was a highly successful inventor. He patented a crystal cutting machine 120 years ago and in 1895 founded a crystal manufacturing company, whose motto reads: “To constantly improve what is good.”A century later, the Swarovski Kristallwelten museum (Swarovski Crystal Worlds) was established.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten
October 24 marks Daniel Swarovski's 150th anniversary. Although not much of a violinist, Swarovski was a highly successful inventor. He patented a crystal cutting machine 120 years ago and in 1895 founded a crystal manufacturing company, whose motto reads: “To constantly improve what is good.”
A century later, the Swarovski Kristallwelten museum (Swarovski Crystal Worlds) was established.
A century later, the Swarovski Kristallwelten museum (Swarovski Crystal Worlds) was established.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Anatol Jasiutyn
The famous Alpine meadows at the Swarovski Kristallwelten feature a labyrinth shaped as the hand of the green giant, who represents the museum.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Margherita Spiluttini
The Entrance Hall decorated by André Heller, the main creator of the Swarovski museum.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Stefan Olah
One of the largest Swarovski crystals in the world is on display in the hall. It weights 310,000 carats (about 62 kilograms) and is 40 centimeters in diameter.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Mario Katzmayr
A Salvador Dali “soft clock” made of crystal is also on display in the hall at the Swarovski Kristallwelten.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Walter Oczlon
One of the Chambers of Wonder at the museum represents the famous Crystal Dome, designed by André Heller and Susanne Schmoegner.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Marc Gilsdorf
The Crystaloscope chamber takes the visitor inside a kaleidoscope.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Berhard Aichner
Glittering miniature crystal replicas of the Taj Mahal, the Egyptian Pyramids and the Empire State Building are on display at the museum.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Stefan Olah
Crystal Forest by Fabrizio Plessi.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Stefan Olah
Another Chamber of Wonder is Crystal Theater by Susanne Schmoegner.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Marc Gilsdorf
Crystal’s splendor inspired Shmoegner to create a whole new world inhabited by magical creatures.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Franz Eliskases
A magical creature by Susanne Schmoegner.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Bernhard Aichner
Zebras, exotic baobabs and shining high heel shoes coexist in perfect harmony in this landscape created by Susanne Schmoegner.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Marc Gilsdorf
Among various Chambers of Wonder at the Swarovski Kristallwelten, the museum's master, the green giant, has its own.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Alexander Proefrock
Инсталляция "Отражения" в музее Swarovski Kristallwelten
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Stefan Olah
Reflections represents 48 polygons and 300 facets providing information on the technical characteristics of a crystal and its role in world culture.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Alexander Proefrock
Timeless Swarovski provides information on the brand's history and displays the most famous works by the artists who became part of the Austrian family Swarovski.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by Gerhard Berger
Jewelry, artwork and household items reflect the amazing diversity of Swarovski crystals.
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© Photo : Swarovski Kristallwelten by smart design
The museum tour ends at the world’s largest Swarovski store.
