Tony Fredriksson's creative history began with a passion for modelling with plasticine as a child. He created his own little worlds full of fantasy and imagination. Subsequently, Tony Fredriksson was successfully engaged in commercial art and created many bronze sculptures, which became a decoration of various corners of the planet. In 2007, Tony Fredriksson was fascinated by the bizarre shapes of a discarded piece of wood and saw the ...

Lunéville embroidery is a refined technique that dates back to the 17th century. Originating in the town of Luneville in France, the former residence of the Dukes of Lorraine, it was named after its birthplace. Under the patronage of the ducal court in Luneville gathered talented embroiderers who created exquisite masterpieces, glorifying the city with their fine work. This technique acquired a special status, becoming ...

On 10-11 February 2024, Milan opened its doors to miniature enthusiasts and masters, hosting the annual MiniaturItalia 2024 exhibition and fair. This eighteenth edition of the event brought together talented craftsmen and artists from all over the world to present their miniature creations. At the exhibition, guests were able to immerse themselves in the mesmerising world of miniature tableware and culinary creations on a scale of ....

Kelley C Jones is a talented artist and creator of unique mechanical author toys that have captured the hearts of art lovers around the world. Her work has no deep meaning or hidden agenda, but is a reflection of her need to laugh and be fun. Her fascination with kinetics and automata has led her to add moving elements to her creations, thus creating fascinating interactive objects. ....

National costumes have always been a rich source of inspiration for doll authors. The variety of styles, colours and patterns allows artists to create unique and memorable works of art. Dolls in national costumes are not only beautiful, but also carry rich cultural information. They can tell about the traditions, customs and history of the people to whom they belong. The Khalkha people living in Mongolia, ...

Peter Kiss is a talented Canadian artist who has become known for his unique mixed media sculptures. His work is an original combination of wood, metal, stone and various everyday objects. Peter Kiss was born and raised in Vancouver. He has two undergraduate degrees, in zoology and architecture. Since the early 1990s, however, he has decided to devote ...

Dutch dolls, or Peg wooden dolls, originated in South Tyrol in the picturesque Alps. These simple dolls, lathe-carved from local cedar pine, appeared during the Borocco era, when the demand for Christmas creches increased dramatically. The dolls had a simple design and a smooth surface that was ideal for painting. Dutch dolls could be as simple, ...

Creager Studios is a duo of world-renowned American doll creators Jodi and Richard Creager, whose work is characterised by exceptional realism, detail and uniqueness. Their joint creative journey began in 1977, and since then they have created a huge number of unique masterpieces that have won the hearts of collectors and art lovers around the world. Jodi has shown her love for painting ...

A chatelaine is a piece of jewellery in the form of a chain that is attached to a belt or pocket and serves to store various small items: keys, wallet, pocket watch, scissors etc. Chatelets were especially popular in the XVIII-XIX centuries and were considered a stylish and practical accessory. Nowadays they have regained popularity, becoming not only a piece of jewellery, but also a bright ...

Anna Chulanova is a talented artist whose work is dedicated to the art of art dolls. She has become a member of prestigious organisations such as Unidia, the Creative Union of Artists of Russia (TSHR) and the Creative Union of Artists "SOLYARIS". Her work is unique and original, which has led to international recognition. Anna Chulanova was born and grew up in Togliatti, where she received her education at the Faculty of Design at the Moscow State University of Art and Design....