This Lewis Carroll figurine depicts the author of Alice in Wonderland sitting in a green armchair , a book in his hand and a pensive look in his eyes.
Our creation pays homage to Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, alias Lewis Carroll, author, photographer and mathematics teacher, whose universe has inspired generations of readers and artists.
Inspired by his Victorian photographic portraits , this piece transposes in miniature the posture of the English novelist and poet, as we know it through the photographs taken in the 19th century.Sculpted in tin alloy , hand-painted with acrylics and protected by a glossy varnish , it testifies to the artisanal know-how of the Figurart workshop in Compiègne and makes it a unique collector's item , between art, literature and heritage.
FAQ
Is the figurine hand-painted?
Yes, each piece is hand-painted in our workshop in France, giving it a unique character.Why depict Lewis Carroll in an armchair?
This pose is inspired by his Victorian portraits , symbols of the author's calm and creativity.Is this a toy?
No, it's a collectible tin figurine , intended for lovers of French art, literature and craftsmanship.____________________________________________________________________________
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Alice ,
The Unicorn and the Lion ,
the Mad Hatter ,
the March Hare ,
all made of hand-painted tin alloy , based on illustrations by John Tenniel .
Lewis Carroll in his armchair – Alice Collectible Figurine
The position of the chair evokes both the rest of the storyteller and the inner gaze of the creator .
It is reminiscent of the photographic portraits of Carroll taken in his Oxford studio, where he often placed his book in his hand, a symbol of reflection and imagination.This figurine extends this legacy by giving form to the figure of the writer himself, like a bridge between the real world and Alice's dream.
"Imagination is the only weapon in the war against reality." — quote attributed to Lewis Carroll
Material : tin alloy
Painting : acrylic, applied by hand
Finish : glossy protective varnish
Height : ~ 5 cm
Made in the Figurart workshop, Compiègne – France
Collection : Alice in Wonderland
Edition : Limited
Legal notice
⚠️ This figurine is a collectible item intended for adults , not a toy .
Not suitable for children under 14 years old .
The photographs are not contractual : the colours may vary slightly due to manual painting.
