- Material: These dolls are typically made from wood, clay, or high-quality resin. They may also feature fabric clothing, providing an authentic, textured feel that mimics the elaborate costumes worn by Kathakali performers.
- Size: The dolls in the Kathakali King Doll Pair are usually medium-sized, making them perfect for display on shelves, mantels, or in traditional settings like living rooms or altars.
- Design Details: The dolls are meticulously detailed, showcasing the ornate headgear (called mudi), vibrant face paint (often using colors like red, white, and green), and elaborate attire of Kathakali kings or noble characters. Their facial expressions are exaggerated, as is customary in Kathakali, to convey emotions and stories dramatically.
- King’s Headgear and Makeup: The king dolls feature the highly stylized face makeup and headgear that are integral to Kathakali. The intricate details of the painted face and colorful headdresses reflect the elaborate costuming that is symbolic of high-ranking characters in Kathakali.
- Costumes: The dolls are dressed in vibrant, richly detailed clothing that reflects the traditional attire worn by kings in Kathakali, including dhotis, skirts, and ornate jewelry pieces.
- Posture & Expression: The dolls are often posed in an upright stance, portraying the majesty and grandeur of the kings. Their hand gestures (known as mudras) and facial expressions reflect the dramatic emotions portrayed in Kathakali performances.