# Intricate Tyrannosaurus Taxidermy The 3D-Rex by namisu is Delicate Take on the Dinosaur Head By Meghan Young | Published 2013-07-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3drex-by-namisu References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2013/07/3d-printed-dinosaur-skull.html) & [namisu](http://www.namisu.com/) At first the 3D-Rex by namisu, a Spanish design studio, may look like a [uniquely preserved fossil](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fossil-furniture) of a [Tyrannosaurus' head](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinodex). Yet almost immediately people will conclude that the intricate pattern was not created by nature. Instead, as its name suggests, it was made by men using [3D technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exoskyn). Whether placed on a table or mounted on the wall, the 3D-Rex by namisu makes an impressive presence in the home or office. The latticed surface makes the sculpture a work of art that begs to be put on display. According to the design team, "The concept represents a contrast between old and new, mixing nature’s own amazing creations with technological advances of today." It can be produced in different sizes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **3D Printing Decor:** The 3D-Rex demonstrates the potential for 3D printing technology in creating unique, artistic decor pieces for both personal and professional spaces. - **Art-tech Mashup:** The 3D-Rex exemplifies a trend towards blending natural art techniques and technological advancements to create unique and captivating art pieces. - **Customizable Sculptures:** The 3D-Rex can be produced in different sizes, indicating a trend towards customizable sculptures that cater to individual preferences and home/office space limitations. ### Sectors Adopting This - **3D Printing and Scanning:** The 3D-Rex presents an opportunity for 3D printing and scanning companies to expand into the art and decor market, specifically targeting customers who want unique, technology-infused pieces for their homes or offices. - **Artistic Sculptures:** The 3D-Rex showcases a disruptive innovation opportunity for artistic sculptures, exploring the potential for combining natural art techniques with 3D printing technology for intricate and customizable sculptures that appeal to modern art lovers. - **Home and Office Decor:** The 3D-Rex highlights a potential trend towards more unique and customizable home and office decor, especially for those who want to showcase their love for natural history and technological advancements in their personal spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dinosaur Fossil Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dinosaur-fossils-trex-skull.md) - [Textured Scale-Covered Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urwerk-ur101-trex.md) - [Dinosaur-Themed Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinosaur-fossils-triceratops-skull.md) - [Collectible Dinosaur Desk Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chrome-dino.md) - [Interactive Hatching Dinosaur Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinosaur-toys.md) - [Interactive Fossil-Inspired Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-dinosaur-costume.md) - [Dinosaur-Themed Leather Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/labgrown-leather-ltd.md) - [Dinosaur-Inspired Planters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiasaurus-rex-planter.md) - [Reversible Dinosaur Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glow-in-the-dark-dinosaur-plushies.md)