Paris, France – The world-renowned Eiffel Tower, one of the most iconic structures in the world, has been denied the prestigious title of “World’s Tallest Matchstick Sculpture” due to its controversial choice of materials.
The decision was made by the World Record Committee, a panel of experts who adjudicate world records, after reviewing the construction of the Eiffel Tower sculpture which was made entirely out of matchsticks.
Despite standing at an impressive 20 feet tall, the Eiffel Tower was ultimately denied the world record due to concerns over the use of matchsticks, which have been known to pose a fire hazard.
The artist behind the sculpture, Pierre LeFleur, expressed his disappointment at the decision, claiming that the Eiffel Tower was a testament to his skill and dedication to the art of matchstick sculpting.
“I poured my heart and soul into this piece. I spent countless hours gluing each and every matchstick together, making sure that every detail was precise and accurate,” LeFleur said. “To have it denied the world record over something as trivial as the choice of materials is just ridiculous.”
Despite LeFleur’s protestations, the World Record Committee remained steadfast in their decision, citing safety concerns as their primary reason.
“Matchsticks are a known fire hazard, and we cannot in good conscience award a world record to a sculpture made entirely out of them. It’s just too dangerous,” said committee member, Cynthia Jennings.
The decision has sparked outrage among the matchstick sculpting community, with many claiming that the World Record Committee is discriminating against their chosen medium of expression.
“This is just another example of the mainstream art world trying to suppress the creativity of matchstick sculptors,” said renowned matchstick sculptor, Michel DuPont. “We’re artists just like any other, and we deserve to be recognized for our work.”
Despite the backlash, the World Record Committee remains firm in their decision, stating that they have a moral imperative to promote safety above all else.
“We understand that matchstick sculpting is a beautiful art form, but we cannot put people’s lives at risk for the sake of a world record,” said committee chairperson, Jonathan Kim.
For LeFleur, the decision is a bitter pill to swallow, but he remains determined to continue working with matchsticks, regardless of whether he receives any official recognition for his art.
“I may not have the world record, but I know in my heart that the Eiffel Tower is a masterpiece,” LeFleur said. “And to me, that’s all that really matters.”
