They occupy the windows and sales floors of retail establishments, museums and beauty parlours around the world. Despite being devoid of life, these pseudo-humans often have distinct 'personalities' which result not only from the details imparted by their design and manufacture, but also by their pose, attire and signs of wear-and-tear.

This collection of mannequin images spans just a bit more than a decade. They have been collected across Europe, Scandinavia and the USA. It's a transcontinental celebration of the not-quite-human kind.