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David A Lindon Breaks World Record with Microscopic Sculpture
12/5/2025, 8:21:42 PM
The Smallest Sculpture Ever Created
David A Lindon, a micro artist from Bournemouth, Dorset, has achieved a new milestone in the world of miniature art by creating the smallest handmade sculpture ever recorded. His latest piece, titled "The Yellow Smiley Face," measures only 11.037 by 12.330 microns, making it "invisible to the human eye." This new artwork surpasses his previous record-holding sculpture, a Red Lego Brick, which measured 0.02517mm by 0.02184mm.
Lindon’s Yellow Smiley Face is comparable in size to a human blood cell, mould spores, bacteria, talcum powder, or a droplet of fog. The sculpture is mounted on a first-class stamp, specifically on a micro dot located on the eye of the late Queen Elizabeth II. Lindon humorously remarked about his work, stating, "I probably am completely bonkers," reflecting on the extreme scale of his creations.
Background on David A Lindon
David A Lindon is recognized for his extraordinary ability to create intricate miniature artworks. He holds a total of 12 Guinness World Records, showcasing his talent in producing tiny pieces, including three microscopic recreations of Vincent van Gogh masterpieces on a watch mechanism, which sold for £90,000. His previous record, the Red Lego Brick, was already four times smaller than the prior record for the smallest handmade sculpture.
In addition to his recent achievements, Lindon has crafted unique animals within the eye of a needle, including a blue whale and a delicate peacock butterfly. His dedication to micro art has garnered attention and admiration within the art community.
Future Aspirations and Contributions
In a gesture of goodwill, Lindon announced that he would gift a new artwork to Bournemouth University, which features a micro sculpture of a graduation certificate being grasped by the hand of a newly qualified student. This piece, measuring less than a millimetre wide and set on a solid gold plinth, is intended to inspire future generations of students.
Official Statements & Responses
Lindon expressed gratitude towards Dr. Sarah Elliott and Jack Rose from Bournemouth University for their assistance in measuring his new world record. He emphasized the importance of his work in motivating young artists and students.
Verbatim Quotes
- “My Yellow Smiley Face artwork is half the size of my Red Lego Brick artwork, which in turn was already four times smaller than the previous record,” — David A Lindon, Micro Artist
- “I probably am completely bonkers,” — David A Lindon, Micro Artist
David A Lindon's innovative approach to micro art continues to push the boundaries of creativity, establishing him as a leading figure in the realm of miniature sculptures.
