In an exhibition, figurines create a living impression of an epoch. They emphasize the scenery and frequently facilitate a more immediate understanding of cultural themes and topics from everyday life.

Two different techniques are used in the construction of these representations depending on their particular function. Casts can be made from actual parts of the body which are the used as the basis for identical copies, and /or the modelling of parts of bodies and faces. The clothing is selected in accordance with the topic. Figurines are made more or less robust and realistic and for display in or out of doors.

	The copy of Ötzi was constructed using a cast taken from the head and hands of a real person. The body was dressed in pelts and the appropriate footwear. Special exhibition "Ötzi greets Golling" Burg Golling, Golling C. E. Urbanek/Golling
	The two Neandertals were constructed using casts made from the arms and legs of living people. The reconstruction and modelling of the faces was based on scientific evidence. Reindeer pelts were used for the clothing and footwear. Special exhibition 2007 "Cave Bears and Neandertals" Burg Golling, Golling
	The figurine of “Rüdiger, the Knight” was made from robust fibre glass in order to make it sufficiently strong for children to touch and to protect it from vandals. Europ. Burgenmuseum Ehrenberg, Reutte
	The 'making of' figurines ist a long procedure. See the process of manufacture in attached gallery.