Mintadarabok

Mintadarabok are specimen pieces or prototypes created to illustrate a design, test production feasibility, or present to clients. They may be full-size or scaled, functional or non-functional, and are typically produced during the development phase or for display purposes.

The term derives from minta (sample) and darab (piece) in Hungarian. It covers a broad range of fields, including manufacturing, architecture, product design, jewelry, fashion, furniture, automotive, and film. Mintadarabok help evaluate appearance, ergonomics, tolerances, materials, and cost, and they serve as references in documentation and approvals.

Usage and examples: In product development, mintadarabok allow testers to assess fit, assembly, and usability before committing to tooling. In sales and presentation, they demonstrate intended aesthetics to clients. In museums or archives, replicas or study models are used for education and restoration planning. In art and sculpture, plaster or resin copies function as preparatory studies or casts.

Notes: Mintadarabok are not the original pieces unless explicitly labeled as such; their status depends on documentation and provenance. They may be produced under licenses or as authorized replicas.