Sculptures for the Elite
Jera al-Farif, Sculptures for the Elite: Jera is one of the best sculptors at the bazaar, and the elite do indeed come to him. He can be found at his shop on the south side of the bazaar, working almost daily. He works only in marble and obsidian, although he may use gems to enhance his sculptures.
Jera charges 500 dinars to make a life-sized statue of a customer, 100 dinars for a smaller (six inches to one foot) statue. His work of the Grand Caliph stands in the palace itself. Ever since the Grand Caliph accepted that gift, Jera's fortune has been made.
Jera is a very fast worker; a life-sized statue can be completed in only two days, if the customer is willing to pose for it. Jera first sketches the customer from several angles, adding several notes so he can recall fine details later. Before Jera puts the finishing touches on the sculpture, he has the customer come back into the shop, sometimes asking them to pose for an hour or more while he finishes the face or some other important feature. Jera also has a number of other sculptures for sale, and he is acknowledged to be the best sculptor of animals and birds in the Grand Bazaar. Jera refuses to do works depicting genies in any form, and he will not even discuss the matter.
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