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Micro sculptor Ajay Kumar Mattewada creates Statue of Liberty inside needle for USA's Freedom 250

Ajay Kumar Mattewada, a micro sculptor hailing from Warangal, Telangana, has crafted a tiny Statue of Liberty that fits inside a needle's eye to commemorate U.S. 250th anniversary. This updated sculpture, adorned with the U.S. flag, showcases his remarkable dedication and artistry, securing him first place in 2024 India–U.S. Space Cooperation Visual Art Competition.

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Jul 3, 2026 · 1 min read · 3 views
Micro sculptor Ajay Kumar Mattewada creates Statue of Liberty inside needle for USA's Freedom 250

Key Takeaways

  • •Ajay Kumar Mattewada's miniature Statue of Liberty is a 0.93-mm replica, 10,000 times smaller than the original 93-meter structure.
  • •He dedicated approximately 130 hours over three months to complete the original work in 2018.
  • •Mattewada's sculpture includes an accurate depiction of the U.S. flag with all 13 stripes and 50 stars.
  • •In 2024, he won first place in the India–U.S. Space Cooperation Visual Art Competition.
  • •He was recognized at the 248th U.S. Independence Day celebrations as a special guest for his micro sculpting contributions.

Ajay Kumar Mattewada, micro sculptor from Warangal, Telangana, has crafted an astonishing miniature of Statue of Liberty inside eye of needle. This piece celebrates U.S.'s upcoming 250th independence anniversary. The sculpture includes USA 250 logo and U.S. flag,featuring 0.93-mm replica of the iconic monument. That's 10,000 times smaller than original 93-meter structure .

Mattewada spent about 130 hours over three months on original work in 2018. Since then,he's enhanced it by adding the flag with all 13 stripes — seven red,six white — and 50 stars. On July 3, 2026,he expressed pride in this tribute to American history.

His skill hasn't gone unnoticed; in 2024,he won first place in India–U.S. Space Cooperation Visual Art Competition,organized by U.S. Consulate General in Hyderabad . Afterward,he was invited as special guest to 248th U.S. Independence Day celebrations,where he was recognized for his contributions to micro sculpting . What comes next for his art?

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