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Recent trends in contemporary art have meant that we've grown accustomed to large scale pieces, be that huge canvases, enormous sculptures, or giant installations.

However, the miniature has always been an important part of contemporary art. Be it paintings, sculpture, or photography as well as small format drawings, the reduced dimensions of the artwork puts new constraints on the artist, forcing them to develop their techniques and artistic finesse.

Jeff Wall, an American photographer known for his large scale photographic prints on huge illuminated boxes, has said that “the scale of a piece is not about the dimensions of it, but about the internal tensions within the composition".

Believe it or not, miniature pieces have many advantages. Smaller formats allow the artists to show off a different range of talents and techniques, and sometimes even create the impression of a much higher quality piece – such as engravings or prints. Creating a miniature is a sure sign of precision and skill.

They are also more practical to exhibit than the enormous artworks: we've all got a little space on a shelf ready to welcome a miniature sculpture, photo or drawing.

Another very practical aspect of miniatures is the myriad possibilities for display: you could put together a full shelf of statuettes, or even a dedicated framing wall – which is an increasingly popular method for display, and makes for the perfect decorative addition to a living room or bedroom. It's a mixed composition made up of an array of pieces – you guessed it – all on the same wall. The diminutive size of the miniatures also makes it easier to make sure your favourite pieces are displayed in pride of place.

Even artists who are known for their monumental works are slowly getting into miniatures, like Jeff Wall in his exhibition at the Cartier Foundation.

The miniature is making a big name for itself as a growing trend across the contemporary art world; from Gaspard Mitz, who creates tiny versions of the interiors of famous art galleries in his 'Box Stories', to the photography of Samsofy, who recreates scenes from daily life with miniscule Lego 'actors'.

Last but not least, the small scale of the pieces means that even big names come with small price tags, meaning that miniatures make excellent presents. So, go on, what are you waiting for? Browse our selection of miniature works now…

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Big Bear LV

Mr. Dob

Boxing glove LV white

Smile On, Rainbow Flower!! Special Proof Ed 25

Treat

Bearbrick Kaws Dissected 400% Grey

Miranda

No smoking

Pool Table

Interdit de fumer

The Promise - Grey

Boutique éphémère à Nice

Pink Mist

Lithographie Store Housse Gold

Rainbow Flower

Two

Cyndi

Passionnément

The Promise - Black

We Are the Jocular Clan 10set

Kaws BFF Dior - 2 figurines

Wonder woman

Dj Pink

Wild kong

Machine - Mesnager X Nora

Sanpli

Post-punk flower (Red) Letterpress

Michelin China Gold

Bonheur

Woman (a tribute to Matisse)

Gacko Bear Batman Pop Art

Gacko Bear Love pop art

Gacko Bear Love pop art

Kaws x Star Wars Boba Fett

Astro Boy

Lumière intérieure... (Origami 2024)

Rose Soldier

Hollywood

Look at

Brigitte

Night Gown

Funny

Happy Tribu

Amex Stormtrooper

Kevinours Love Keny Arkana X Shadee K

Panda Chanel

Barstow City Limits

Listen to the signs

Yo mario

So kult

Hello betty

Dj M.M

Flexo Be Zen 4 noir

True Legend

Amex Porsche Gulf

Amex Ferrari

Interdit de fumer

Radiant Muse

Inked Serenity

The Black Tavern

Emilie

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun !

Plaque de métro Picsou

Chanoir x Minecraft

Chanoir x Lucky Charms

Chanoir x Lucky Charms Honey