Terry Glavin

The world's wealthiest failed state,' as it has come to be known, Belgium endured 589 days without a functioning elected government between June 2010 and December 2011 and remains a dysfunctional, linguistically divided waxworks of one federal and five regional-cultural parliaments.

Canadian Author

Waxwork figures are made to resemble real individuals extremely closely.

Realistic Likeness

Waxwork museums are popular tourist spots, often featuring figures of celebrities or historical figures.

Cultural Attractions

Though waxwork figures honor famous people, they're not traditional symbols of respect like statutes.

Not for Homage

Creating waxwork is an art form that requires talent and a lot of practice to perfect.

Skilled Craftsmanship

Waxwork has a rich history, often used in art to preserve likenesses before photography.

Art History

Each waxwork piece is unique and not produced on a large scale, unlike plastic figures.