# Protesting Timepiece Sculptures The Dominic Wilcox Watches Tell Time While Sending a Message By Ana Lopez | Published 2011-12-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dominic-wilcox1 References: [mocoloco](http://mocoloco.com/archives/026501.php) & [dominicwilcox](http://www.dominicwilcox.com/watchsculptures.htm) [Miniature figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanuts-worldwide) are becoming more prominent in many artists' projects, as shown by the Watch Sculptures created by UK-born designer Dominic Wilcox. This set of five timepieces consists of little figures standing on the hands of a watch. What makes these time tellers special is that the tiny toys tackle a different contemporary issues. Using [vintage watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-alarm-clock-wristwatch), Wilcox recreated various scenes like a protest and a soldier kiss. In his website, each piece has a message describing the whole scene. For example, for the soldier kiss titled Love and Protest 2011, Wilcox declares, "In these times of peaceful protest in the face of armed repression, a protester and soldier kiss." A few of the watches by Dominic Wilcox will be exhibited at La Scatola Gallery until the 10th of January, 2012, and at the Phillips de Pury until January 31, 2012. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Miniature Figures:** Opportunity for artists and designers to incorporate miniature figures in their projects, creating unique and engaging artwork. - **Narrative Timepieces:** Potential for watch designers to explore storytelling through timepieces, bringing a deeper meaning and message to the functionality of watches. - **Artistic Commentary:** Emerging trend of artists using their creations to comment on contemporary issues, provoking thought and sparking conversations through their artwork. ### Where This Applies - **Art:** Art industry can leverage the use of miniature figures and narrative timepieces to create thought-provoking and unique artworks, attracting collectors and art enthusiasts. - **Design:** Designers can explore the integration of miniature figures in their projects, merging functionality and storytelling to create innovative and visually appealing products. - **Watchmaking:** Watchmakers have an opportunity to create timepieces that go beyond telling time, incorporating narratives and social commentary to appeal to a broader audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Kinetic Art Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/type-8-daniel-engelberg.md) - [Iconic Artwork Watch Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artful-watches.md) - [Abstract Artwork-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ode-to-delaunay-watch.md) - [Postmodern Cone Structural Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/postmodern-cone-watch.md) - [Concentric Timezone Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-wall-clock.md) - [Next-Gen Pocket Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arsham-droplet.md) - [Oppositional Mantra Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mr-jones-watches-feline-fine.md) - [Global Timezone Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nik-bentel-studio.md) - [Modernized Vintage Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-alarm-clock-wristwatch.md)