Melted Cheese? The Surprising Smiski Museum Series Inspiration

Did you know melted cheese inspired one of your favourite Smiski Museum Series figures?

Dive into these 7 quirky sources of inspiration from this unique collection, where we reveal the surprising art connections and fun facts that brought these mini figures to life.

Stormy stars: Smiski Fuzin & Raijin

The Weather Warriors Inspired by "Fujin Raijin-zu byobu" by Sotatsu Tawaraya, our dynamic duo has a wild fact: Did you know that the original painting by Tawaraya actually used real gold? That’s right, real bling in the art world, just like the flashy energy of our storm-bringers!

Fuzin: "I love stirring up a little storm with my wind bag. It's all about capturing the wild spirit of Fujin Raijin-zu by Tawaraya. A bit of wind here, a little breeze there, and voilà!"

Raijin: "I’m all about the drama! Banging on my drums, I bring the boom and flash, just like in the epic showdown in the painting. Thunder buddies, unite!"

Smiski's Take on Michelangelo's Wild Child

The Young Wild One Channeling Michelangelo's "Bacchus," our Smiski has a juicy tidbit: Michelangelo was only 21 when he made this, but he made Bacchus look like he partied too hard – talk about a young artist capturing the ultimate party fail!

Smiski Bacchus: "Raising my glass to good times, I’m all about bringing the fun of Michelangelo’s Bacchus into your home. And hey, let’s keep it light and lively, just like a good party should be!"

Dali's Cheesy Muse

The Cheese Lover Based on Salvador Dalí's surreal art, our Smiski Dali's fact is as weird as it gets: Dalí's melting clocks were inspired by cheese melting in the sun. Yep, one of the most famous art pieces was inspired by snack time gone melty!

Smiski Dali: "Melting away in this surreal pose, I'm living my best dreamy life. Inspired by Dalí's melting clocks, I'm all about bending the rules of time and space. Who's up for a little daydream?"

The Rebel with a Cause

The Elegant Rebel Mirroring "The Source" by Dominique Ingres, Smiski The Source shares this: Ingres was such a rebel with his art style that he actually annoyed his art teachers. He loved making things look smooth and ideal, kind of like how our Smiski is smooth on the eyes.

Smiski Source: "Channeling the elegance of Ingres' The Source, I'm here to add a splash of beauty and inspiration. Who says you can't be a fountain of charm in a tiny package?"

Mini Selfie Saboteur

The Royal Selfie-Taker Inspired by "Las Meninas" by Diego Velázquez, Smiski Velázquez reveals: Velázquez was one of the first artists to do a ‘selfie’ in a big painting. He snuck himself into "Las Meninas," which was basically a royal group pic, way before selfies were cool.

Smiski Velázquez: "Capturing the grandeur of the Spanish court, I’m bringing a touch of royal flair to your shelf. Inspired by Las Meninas, I’m all about the art of painting... and a bit of court gossip, perhaps?"

Mystery Muse with the Pearl Earring

The Mysterious Girl Our Smiski, based on "Girl with a Pearl Earring" by Johannes Vermeer, has this fun fact: No one knows who the girl in the painting is. Some say she's like the Mona Lisa of the North, famous for just giving us that 'who me?' look.

Smiski Pearl Earring: "With my mysterious gaze, I'm channeling Vermeer's iconic Girl. Those glowing pearls aren't just accessories; they're a statement. What do you think – am I looking at you?"

The Pharaoh's Secret: the Rare Smiski Tutankhamen

Meet the 7th Secret Smiski figure: Tutankhamen inspired by the legendary Egyptian Pharaoh Tutankhamen. Did you know that the real Tutankhamun was actually a teenager when he became king? Talk about an early start to a royal career. Just like its namesake, our Smiski Tutankhamun might be small, but it's got the spirit of a ruler, ready to take on the world (or at least the other Smiski in your bookcase).

Art isn't just about galleries; it's a treasure trove of stories, especially when our Smiski figures are involved! Each one from the Museum Series brings with it a quirky twist on a classic masterpiece, turning art into an adventure of delightful discoveries.

If you're ready to bring a piece of mini Smiski art into your space, Shop the Museum Series today to start your own collection!