This artist doll is my representation of the King’s distinctive stance as he presents his gift to Baby Jesus.
His head, hands and feet are hand sculpted from Premo polymer clay.
His face and skin tone are hand painted with Genesis paints.
He has brown glass eyes.
He has a wire armature that includes wired fingers and a rod that secures his sitting position unto the camel.
His hair, beard and eyebrows are fine gray lamb’s wool.
Clothing: his long red robe is made from vintage fabric, the black/red lined vest and pants are made from Japanese vintage silk.
On his head is the artist’s interpretation of an ancient Chinese Imperial Emperor crown.
The cloth crown includes chains, beads and 2 miniature cloth pendants from Beijing
The pants trim and scarf with Chinese symbols are silk.
He wears carved wooden shoes. His gift is created from a hand painted eucalyptus seed pod and jewelry findings.
The large leather camel is from India.
The saddle covering includes green vintage beads, trim and cotton fabric.
The camel decorations include leather cording, a double fish pendant representing good fortune and a marble stone following the curve of the camel’s neck.
The doll is easily removed from the camel and can be placed in a chair if desired.

Measurements:

Wise King Melchior on a Camel (L)

Wise King Balthazar (Standing)