# Crinkled Paper Taxidermy These Ivar Theorin Animal Busts are Intricately Constructed By Jana Pijak | Published 2012-12-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ivar-theorin-animal-busts References: [anthropologie](http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/home-new/26588657.jsp) & [anthropologie](http://www.anthropologie.com) Arriving at retailer [Anthropologie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anthropologie-1) this holiday season, these Ivar Theorin animal busts take faux taxidermy to a new level. Made from crinkled craft paper pieces and metal staples, these [decorative sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neojomon-biomorphic-fantme) feature an intricate and complex construction method. The imaginative artist rips paper pieces and then staples them together to create lifelike animal depictions. From majestic rams to long-toothed walruses, these [unique home decor accents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/don-heston-studio) defy tradition and make a memorable focal point when showcased within a space. Livening up any drab interior, these Ivar Theorin animal busts come with a hefty price tag. Listed at $1,250 each, the New York-based sculptor's pieces are inspired by his Swedish heritage and are sure to be a hit among hipsters and animal lovers alike. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Faux Taxidermy Home Decor:** There is a growing trend towards using unique and alternative materials for taxidermy, which can provide an opportunity for businesses to create innovative home decor pieces that are both affordable and sustainable - **Paper Craft Sculptures:** The use of unconventional materials such as paper in sculpture is a trend that offers opportunities for artists to explore a more sustainable and eco-friendly approach to their craft - **Lifelike Animal Depictions:** The growing demand for realistic animal depictions in home decor presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for businesses to leverage advanced technologies such as 3D printing and computer-aided design (CAD) to create more realistic animal sculptures. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** The unique and intricate design of these Ivar Theorin animal busts can be used by home decor businesses as inspiration for creating new and innovative home decor products - **Sculpture Art:** The highly detailed and intricate construction of these sculptures could inspire artists to explore new materials and techniques in their art and create more sustainable and eco-friendly sculptures - **3D Printing and Cad-based Sculpture Services:** Businesses specializing in 3D printing and CAD-based sculpture design can leverage the demand for realistic animal depictions in home decor by offering customizable and affordable solutions to consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Human Embraced-Inspired Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wallmounted-sculpture.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Luxury Fashion Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-fashion-sculpture.md) - [Otherworldly Wooden Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-sculptures-1.md) - [Broken-Aesthetic Sculpture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brokenaesthetic-sculpture-collection.md) - [Sculptural Paper Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti.md) - [Mid-Century-Inspired Paper House Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-christmas-ornament.md) - [Unusual Home Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-brown-paper-bag-vase.md) - [Mixed Material Home Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/resin-dragon-egg-ornament.md)