Gandalf the Grey is the most famous wizard in Middle-earth, and has many names depending on whom he first encountered. Despite appearances, he is not human, but one of the wisest Maiar, immortal spirits created by Ilúvatar. He is a member of the order of Wizards (Istari), which were sent to Middle-earth to counter the influences of the Dark Lord Sauron. Gandalf is the most travelled of all the wizards and the most involved in the lives of all the races. Other wizards like Saruman and Radagast curtailed their activities to certain lands or forests, Gandalf moved to wherever he felt he was needed, often bringing warnings, which resulted in him acquiring the unfortunate nickname Stormcrow
This sculpt is part of a duo (with Bilbo) where they first encounter each other, in the Shire.