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# Encased Paper Doll Displays
The 'Paptertoy Ladies' Hermien Verstraeten Series

By Jordy E | Published 2012-07-24 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-papertoy-ladies
References: [schonmagazine](http://schonmagazine.com/2012/06/the-papertoy-ladies/) & [hermini](http://www.hermini.com/)

Artist Hermien Verstraeten's 'Papertoy Ladies under glass dome' set features an assortment of [miniature doll figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fisherprice-little-people-x-andre-saraiva). Verstraeten, more commonly known as 'Hermini,' developed the idea for the small sculptures while visiting a [paper-themed installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragmenti) in the Netherlands.

Hermini began her career upon her graduation from Belgium's [Royal Academy of Fine Arts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/international-photography-exhibition) (KASK). Animation studies eventually led her to multiple film projects, working with Oscar nominees on various animation-based productions. Her movement from collaborations with Ghent International Film Festival and Comic House to at-home decorative pieces is one that she hopes to explore further via the Papertoy Ladies under glass dome series. As she recently put it to Schon Magazine, "They are a perfect way to bring some color into your home."

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.0/10
- Popularity: 21% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Miniature Doll Figurines:** Opportunity for creating a market for collectible miniature doll figurines.
- **Paper-themed Installations:** Potential for developing interactive and immersive experiences centered around paper-themed installations.
- **At-home Decorative Pieces:** Emerging market for unique and artistic decorative pieces designed for personal spaces.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Art and Collectibles:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in producing and selling miniature doll figurines as collectible art.
- **Experiential Marketing:** Innovative opportunities for brands to create interactive and memorable experiences using paper-themed installations.
- **Home Decor:** Untapped potential in the market for artistic and unique at-home decorative pieces.

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