Controversial Miniature Removed from Kentucky State Fair

Artist's depiction of an infamous porn set leads to removal despite winning third place.

Preston Poling's miniature titled 'The Casting Couch' was pulled after fair officials deemed it inappropriate.
The piece had won third place in the 'I Did it My Way' category before its removal.
Poling, known as 'The Bearded Miniaturist,' has won multiple awards for his detailed miniatures.
Fair officials considered stripping Poling of all his awards but allowed him to keep his other ribbons.
The artist intended the piece as a tongue-in-cheek joke, sparking mixed reactions from the public.