Microscopic, Unauthorized Louis Vuitton Handbag Sells for $63,750 Despite Criticism

An art collective created a neon green handbag smaller than a grain of salt that mimics a Louis Vuitton design without permission and sold it for nearly $64,000 at auction.
The microscopic handbag was made using advanced 3D printing techniques and comes with a microscope for viewing.
The handbag's sale sparked debate about brand copying and the impracticality of miniature high fashion accessories.
The auction was hosted by a platform founded by a creative director at Louis Vuitton, though the brand did not authorize the handbag's creation or sale.
The art collective behind the handbag is known for controversial work that provokes discussion around consumerism and brands.