Finally, delayed by a nasty bug, Christmas, and the New Year, the first completed figures of the year - these were among those posted as a work in progress (WiP) back in November!
First on the catwalk is Suchet, nonchalantly showing off his shiny brand-new Marshal's baton and accompanied by an ADC...
...and again, this time hogging the camera, from the other side.
Then, somewhat miffed by having to cede first place, to a mere Marshal, it's Joseph Bonaparte, King of Spain.
Joseph was a bit of a pain as for some reason I didn't check how well he fitted onto his horse before painting him - mistake! Trying to carve away at him and his horse to make him fit without messing up the paint job was no fun. In the end I settled for a less than satisfactory fit, but with little re-touching required.
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Joseph, an S-range Minifig and probably feeling looked down on by all the Hinton Hunt figures around him, insisted on a final close-up before he would leave vacate the catwalk.
I did originally paint his breeches blue, as he is sometimes depicted at Waterloo, but decided to go with white breeches as in other depictions for more contrast and found I much preferred that look. Also, I couldn't confirm the colour of his sash, whether it was red or blue with the gold (I used a mix of gold and silver paint to get a shade to match s) so opted for red - anyone know different?
Also, appearing from the Imperial Guard is an officer from the Foot Artillery.
Finally, representing the men who actually do all the fighting, a 6-figure skirmish unit of Young Guard Voltigeurs. These, were quite fiddly uniforms to paint and took me a long time - every time I painted something on them, I seemed to spoil something else making yet more work.
Finally, representing the men who actually do all the fighting, a 6-figure skirmish unit of Young Guard Voltigeurs. These, were quite fiddly uniforms to paint and took me a long time - every time I painted something on them, I seemed to spoil something else making yet more work.
Whoops! I spoke too soon; only one photo of the new ADC to a General of Division? Better rectify that.
Great work Rob those Voltigeurs in particular are superb!
ReplyDeleteThanks, French infantry uniforms do look great but they are a b*gger to paint.
ReplyDeleteDelightful work on these Rob…
ReplyDeleteThey have come out like little gems .
All the best. Aly
Thanks, our styles are very different but I honestly wish I could crack yours but I've been an enamel man since the beginning of time - old dogs and all that...
DeleteSuperb work on them all Rob, great additions to your collection, lovely little figures, they are a real joy to see in their painted glory.
ReplyDeleteThanks, they dishearteningly tend to look pretty cr*p while being painted until they're about 90% complete then it all starts to come together nicely - well most of the time.
DeleteSomeone has been busy. Bravo Sir!
ReplyDeleteBut if my collection is ever to warrant being called an army I need to be busier - or less distracted by other collections and projects.
DeleteA wonderful set of miniatures all beautifully painted.
ReplyDeleteThanks, I was pretty pleased by these turned outs, especially Cambronne for whom I've added a bit comment.
DeleteVery impressive Rob. I echo the sentiments of others. Can't wait to see what treasures 2025 will hold for you!
ReplyDeleteYou won't have to wait long there's a little bit more on these coming soon.
DeleteThey are like jewels, Rob! If I had to pick a favourite, however, it would have to be King Joseph. Just lovely,
ReplyDeleteAs both Joseph and the Guard Foot Artillery officer were gifted by you from one of your recent eBay hauls you might want to not be so generous next time.
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