Versions

The figure is not further treated after carving.

The figure is sealed with a single-color water or wax stain.

The figure is stained with up to four different shades of brown.

The figure is painted with oil paints and gilded with metal leaf. It is then coated with an invisible protective varnish.

The figure is lovingly painted with watercolours and then covered with a protective wax

The figure is treated as if it were painted or varnished, but then it is antiqued and made to look old.

The figure is painted with oil paints and then gilded with real gold leaf.