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Artist painstakingly replicates a photography studio from the 1900s in miniature

When looking at these photographs, it's difficult to believe they contain a miniature photography studio rather than a life-size one. This is thanks to the level of intricate detail imparted through the impressive skill of Ali Alamedy.

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Ali Alamedy's miniature 1900s photography studio featuring wooden furniture, framed portraits, vintage camera equipment and a backdrop on an easel

The artist, who specialises in miniatures, has created a tiny photography studio from the 1900s. All of the details are made from scratch using mixed media – mostly wood and copper, and it took Alamedy nine months to complete the project.

Inside the minuscule room is over 100 objects, made to replicate the style of the era. The finished work is the result of countless methods of research. Discover more of Alamedy's fantastic work on Instagram.

Via Behance | All images courtesy of Ali Alamedy

Ali Alamedy's miniature 1900s photography studio diorama featuring a wooden desk, framed photographs, furniture and over 100handcrafted details throughout the turquoise-walled room
Miniature 1900s photography studio interior with wooden floors, period furniture, backdrop panels, camera on tripod, framed artwork and decorative objects throughout
Miniature 1900s photography studio interior with crescent moon and stars on black wall, vintage poster of two figures in swimwear, wooden ladder, furniture and props
Interior of Ali Alamedy's miniature 1900s photography studio showing wooden desk with drawers, shelving, brushes, books and period furnishings
Miniature wooden console table with marble top, displaying period objects including books and a tilted mirror, flanked by tall wooden panelled doors in a 1900s photography studio diorama
Miniature 1900s photography studio interior with painted moon backdrop, tripod camera, white bust sculpture, wooden furniture and vintage accessories arranged on wooden flooring
Ali Alamedy's miniature 1900s photography studio featuring wooden doors, vintage cameras, tripods, storage boxes and period-appropriate furnishings crafted from mixed media
A detailed miniature 1900s photography studio with wooden doors, vintage furnishings, framed portraits, books and period objects displayed on shelves and tables
Miniature 1900s photography studio diorama featuring wooden furniture, a decorative screen and vintage equipment on a wooden floor
Miniature 1900s photography studio interior with wooden desk, vintage camera, stacked books, framed artwork and period furnishings crafted from wood and copper
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