Large Photo vs. Small photo when someone calls

When I receive calls from a specific contact, the photo of that person appears in the top right of the screen with the larger wallpaper being that of my specified wallpaper. However, if anyone else ever calls, the entire screen background is filled with the person's picture.
Why does it do this. It seems as though its only that one contact. It might be more though.

I have wondering for about a year...Thanks! I wonder why they make them different?
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