A painter from Minsk and French by adoption, embodies the very essence of international artistic talent in the service of "Made in France". Having traced her path since her studies in design and applied art, passionate about the arts, she discovered miniature painting before specializing in it.

Based in Compiègne, Helen devotes her talent to the enrichment of the historical and cultural heritage. By merging her academic know-how with new technologies, she creates astonishing and atypical objects that testify to a possible harmony between tradition and modernity; French elegance.

Helen has an all-consuming passion for the creation and design of small theatres. Thanks to her expertise, she skilfully combines a classical training as a painter and decorator with new technologies, giving birth to miniature models that are both innovative and imbued with theatrical tradition. These dioramas offer an enchanting look at a multitude of universes. With a unique artistic sensibility, Helen customizes her creations according to events or cultural venues, adding a touch of authenticity and relevance to each of her new designs.

​​"The theatre is the mirror where man discovers himself when he is looking for himself; there is no art that is more certain to represent him in his whole face."  Molière

Based in Compiègne in the Oise region, we have our own design workshop  and a network of French craftsmen to offer a wide range of solutions. While all our projects are designed on site, we favour French production as much as possible  in order to guarantee a high quality requirement but also greater flexibility towards our customers while limiting the impact on the environment through the choice and traceability of the materials used.

Specialized in the creation of figurines, i.e. small sculptures on all subjects as well as miniatures in wood or resin, we develop partnerships with historical places wishing to offer their visitors quality products at moderate prices.

In this way, we hope to promote and participate in the transmission of history, both small and large, by transcribing the unique identity of a local and universal heritage through our creations as faithfully as possible.

In the 19th century, in Europe, theater was a popular entertainment for children from wealthy families. "Toy theaters" then appeared as a fun and economical alternative, allowing famous plays to be recreated at home.

These early tabletop theaters were often sold as DIY kits that included colorful sets and DIY characters. Under the impetus of Benjamin Pollock in London, mini-theatres experienced a particular boom from the 1850s onwards, with the development of a wide range of kits made of paper, cardboard or wood staging popular plays, fairy tales and historical events.

Salon theatres also became a way for artists and writers to disseminate their works, with adaptations of famous stories for this format, such as those of Charles Dickens, or the fables of Lafontaine.

Despite the decline in interest in the age of photography and film, these toy theaters have persisted thanks to the commitment of collectors and craft enthusiasts. Today, they continue to attract attention as decorative objects and as a creative way to immerse oneself in the world of theatre, with contemporary artists ever exploring new techniques and materials to create unique shows.

Imagination: The model of the theatre is designed in the traditional way, combining a precise drawing with the colour of watercolour before being cut and assembled. Once the first model has been assembled and the sets finely chiseled, the curtain opens on the staging of the miniature characters [...]

Know-how: The parts are then printed on compressed wood and enhanced with paint and varnish before being assembled and glued. Unlike small old paper theatres, our miniatures do not lose their colour in light and will keep over time.

Decoration: Whether it's to brighten up your library, or your bedside table, Figurart small theatres are designed to integrate into any interior. Helen offers them in several pastel variations, ranging from brown, blue, pink, green and yellow. A good way to combine fun and culture in decoration.