Eiffel Tower Breaks Record as World's Tallest Matchstick Building
A man in France has been awarded the Guinness world record for creating the tallest structure using matchsticks, after his Eiffel Tower replica was initially rejected.
Man Awarded Guinness World Record for Tallest Matchstick Structure
Richard Plaud, from France, has been awarded the Guinness world record for creating the tallest structure using matchsticks. Plaud spent 4,200 hours building his model of the Eiffel Tower, using over 706,000 matches and 23kg of glue. He expressed his emotions, saying that he always believed he was building the tallest matchstick structure.
However, Guinness World Records initially rejected his submission, stating that he had not used commercially available matches. Plaud had used commercial matches by cutting off the heads, but later asked the manufacturer if he could purchase just the wooden sticks. Guinness refused his record based on this technicality.
Record U-Turn by Guinness World Records
Mark Mckinley, a director at Guinness World Records, announced a record U-turn, stating that they were initially too harsh in their judgment. They reviewed Plaud's Eiffel Tower replica and approved it for the world record. Mckinley expressed excitement and admiration for Plaud's achievement.
Richard Plaud's matchstick Eiffel Tower stands at 7.2 meters (23.6 feet) tall and is an officially amazing feat, according to Guinness World Records.
Excitement and Recognition for Matchstick Art
This news brings attention to the world of matchstick art and the incredible creativity and dedication of individuals like Richard Plaud. The unique use of materials such as matches to create intricate structures is captivating and deserves recognition.
Plaud's achievement not only showcases his talent but also puts the spotlight on France, known for its iconic Eiffel Tower. The recognition from Guinness World Records further solidifies matchstick art as a legitimate art form.
