# Blinged-Out Weaponry Nicola Bolla's Gun is Studded with Swarovski Crystals By manzil | Published 2011-04-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nicola-bolla References: [bornrich](http://www.bornrich.com/entry/italian-artist-makes-rifles-and-skulls-in-swarovski-crystals/) & [daylife](http://www.daylife.com/photo/04RubOQa3K5Fe?__site=daylife&q=Swarovski) Renowned Italian designer and sculptor Nicola Bolla created this ultra luxurious [crystal studded sculpture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brilliant-collection), one which was the center of attention at Milan Design Week, 2011. The artist presented a total of fifteen unique and glamorous sculptures including skulls, a ribcage, thighbones, chests and above all, the stunning AK47 assault rifle. The entire AK47 assault rifle has been made using [Swarovski](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-swipe) crystals, making it an elegant piece of weaponry. He also studded the human remains with crystals and entitled his artwork as Ossuary, which means a burial place for those who died a violent death. Nicola Bolla’s art installation might seem disturbing and unusual, but his unique artwork has undeniably taken contemporary art to a whole new level. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Weaponry:** Opportunity for luxury brands to collaborate with weapon manufacturers and create crystal-studded firearms for high-end markets. - **Artistic Weaponry:** Potential for artists and designers to transform weapons into art installations, combining aesthetics and social commentary. - **Controversial Art:** Rise of provocative and thought-provoking art that pushes boundaries and challenges societal norms using unexpected materials and subject matters. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Goods:** Potential for luxury brands to expand into the weapons market by creating exclusive, high-end firearms. - **Art and Design:** Opportunity for artists and designers to explore new mediums and create unique, disruptive artworks using unconventional materials. - **Social Commentary:** Increase in art exhibitions and installations that address controversial topics and spark conversations about violence, weaponry, and social issues. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sparkling Crystal Hangbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-swipe.md) - [Crystal-Encrusted Stealthy Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-max-plus-moonlight.md) - [Crystal-Adorned Crushed Cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sam-keller.md) - [Contemporary Military Fashion Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ukrainian-brand-rbtnk.md) - [Luxury Dumbbells Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pent-x-swarovski.md) - [Luxury Home Gym Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-home-gym.md) - [Blinged-Out Smart Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asap-rocky-1.md) - [Crystal-Embellished Earwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swarovski-x-loop.md) - [Premium Crystal-Adorned Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brilliant-collection.md)