Anthropomorphic
Art Doll
by Alicia Merritt
ALL PHOTOS AND CONTENT COPYRIGHT © 2006 Alicia's Creations
PIECE:
One of a Kind, no molds used
STYLE:
Anthropomorphic art doll (ascribing human qualities to a non-human)
MEDIUM:
Polymer clay, cloth
HEIGHT:
17 & 1/2 Inches
COSTUME:
Sewn from velvets, antique lace, glass beads, various trims, removable hat
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Meet the inspiration for "Lady Eclectus", a real parrot named Kaleena! Kaleena is a 3 year old Soloman Island Eclectus parrot. Alicia was inspired by the stunning colors and features of this unique parrot species, and began making this piece even before she had Kaleena. The blue feathers around the bird's eyes looked like bright makeup- so the doll wears "eyeshadow" in that color. Kaleena was happy to donate her own molted wing feathers for the doll.
Alicia Merritt has worked primarily in polymer clay for the past 12 years. Alicia runs www.ParrotJewelry.com where she sells her unique handsculpted parrot jewelry and gifts, and enjoys the constant inspiration of her own parrots. Before deciding to devote her time to the jewelry orders full time, Alicia was a sought after doll artist, with pieces ranging in size from 12-19 inches, and in price from $500-$2,500. Alicia no longer accepts art doll comissions and rarely has dolls available.
This doll is handsculpted with no molds being used, and is a one of a kind art doll. The head is sculpted of polymer clay over a wire and foil armature for strength. The body is cloth and batting over wire armature.
The feet are sculpted from clay, painted and glossed, with cloth embellishments added. This elegant Eclectus lady is wearing an Edwardian inspired gown of brilliant blue-violet, similar to the plumage that these stunning birds are known for. She carries a beaded purse. The dress has accents of red and black. The doll comes with a wood base with a wood rod to keep the piece stable.
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