# Upholstered Animal Molds (UPDATE) Frederique Morrel Gives Fabric a New Life By Vittoria Natarelli | Published 2010-07-26 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frederique-morrel References: [trendland.net](http://trendland.net/2010/07/24/frederique-morrel-trends-in-tapestry/) & [frederiquemorrel](http://www.frederiquemorrel.com/main.html) Frederique Morrel creatively takes [animal molds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lulu-the-lamb) and covers them with incredible tapestries. Fiberglass taxidermy molds are covered by the [vintage tapestries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-echoes) to give the sculptures their realistic shape. These works are creations of a true craftsman who is willing to put the time and effort needed in order to create marvelous pieces. Everything Frederique Morrel creates is one of a kind, making them worth a pretty penny for lucky collectors. **Implications** - My favorite among these magnificent multicolored creations has got to be the amazing unicorn. The mythic creation is made even more mythical with the amazing tapestry that surrounds the finely crafted body of the [fiberglass taxidermy mold](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ark-collection). I simply can't get over how lifelike yet surreal these things look. What fantastical creatures will Frederique Morrel come up with next? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Upholstered Animal Molds:** Opportunity for artists and designers to explore the combination of different materials and textures to create unique sculptures. - **Vintage Tapestries:** Growing trend of repurposing vintage textiles to add a touch of nostalgia and artistic value to various products and artworks. - **Realistic Surrealism:** Emerging trend of blending realistic and surreal elements to create visually captivating and thought-provoking artworks. ### Where This Applies - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to push the boundaries of traditional sculpting techniques by incorporating unconventional materials and techniques. - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for home decor brands to offer unique and eye-catching products by integrating vintage textiles into furniture and decorative items. - **Art Collecting:** Growing market for collectors to invest in rare and exclusive art pieces that combine traditional craftsmanship with contemporary artistic expression. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Horsehair Fabric Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akar.md) - [Luxury Fashion Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-fashion-sculpture.md) - [Folk Creature Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fibredog.md) - [Waste-Incorporated Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knoll-chairs.md) - [Human Embraced-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-sculpture.md) - [Reimagined Monolithic Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fossil-furniture.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Resin Hardware Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-hardware.md) - [Wilderness-Inspired Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/habitat-collection.md)