Northern European Dwarf (Liberty Cap mushroom) Art Toy

This cheeky little character from folklore was sculpted to recall the denizens of
mythology, 80s kids TV and contemporary custom art toys. Hand sculpted by Jim
Bidwell, cast and painted, by Will Wright, this four inch resin figure is only one of twenty unique models in existence.

'In Scadinavian mythology, dwarfs are considered to be chthonic creatures
that dwell in the earth (or in mountains) and it may not be by chance that they
pop up mysteriously and spontaneously in the stories, much like mushrooms
do from time to time.' Steven Leto (Magical Potions, Shaman's Drum issue 54)
 
All across the globe mushrooms appear as little folk, within indigenous
shamanic traditions, as psychedelic spirit guides. Our dwarves resemble the
local 'Liberty Cap' (Psilocybe semilanceata), with references to Meso-American
mushroom idols, and 'ugly' folk characters. His face is blue, depicting the effect
of bruising on magic mushrooms, with rosy cheeks akin to the traditional guise
of Mummers and a rude stuck out tongue.

Treasure your dwarf, name him and seat him in your home, whether that be
desk, shelf or altar. Let the magick of the little folk into your life.
 
Northern European Dwarf (Liberty Cap mushroom) Art Toy
 
Handpainted Resin Art Toy 10cm tall