A figurine is a small carved or molded figure; a statuette. The word comes from the Latin for “little carved thing,” and it is related to the Greek kypse, meaning a small figure or mask. Figurines are often used in religious ceremonies and in folklore to represent deities, rulers, and commoners. They are also used in magic to cast spells and bring good luck.
A child’s room may be crowded with figurines, dolls, and stuffed animals. They are often collected by children for their beauty or as symbols of family members or friends. A child might also receive a figure as a birthday present.
The word figurine is also found in the French language and in the Latin alphabet. It is pronounced “fig-uh.”
Figurines are small, decorative objects made of clay or bronze. They are usually sculpted to show the human body in various positions. The most well-known type of figurine is the terracotta one, thought to represent a person or animal, and decorated with gold and silver. Other types of figurines include metal ones, and those made of wood.
In modern times, collectors of figurines have specialized in certain subjects such as automobiles and baseball. They may have collections of figurines, dolls, or miniature cars and airplanes. Some even have a collection of figurines of their favorite movie characters.
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