This lunchtime I finished and based the remaining 6 figures needed for the 10th Legere.
The drummer and standard bearer are HH recast figures and once painted tmix OK with the more statuesque Higgins figures.
The standard bearer has the battle honours and regimental details engraved into the flag. To paint this I painted the basic red, white and blue of the flag and then applied 2 washes of diluted gold paint . Allowing time to dry between the washes I then touched up the red, white and blue around the now filled in lettering. It is probably of no surprise that the engraving on the flag is for the 45th Regiment de Ligne.
The finished unit advances in column.
10 comments:
They are absolutely charming.
Really beautiful, very nostalgic.
Cracking unit - I really like the drummer and his lace, he also seems to have the most expressive face. A gem of a unit - thanks for sharing it.
A lovely looking unit old chap...
The plumage really stands out against the dark blue uniforms...
All the best. Aly
Nice looking unit as usual Mark, Just painting a French Light battalion myself, using an Alberken / early Minifigs eagle bearer, so no standard, have made my own from paper which will need free-hand painting. Not looking forward to the lettering!
Yes, indeed. Very handsome troops with an excellently rendered flag.
Best Regards,
Stokes
Mark,
Excellent unit, I'm really enjoying seeing these figures come to life.
Graham
Absolutely superb!
Best regards
WM
Well done n keeping all the bayonets on them!
Well done Mark. You have certaimly brought these old figures back to life, they look superb. It is always good to see old figures repainted and ready for action on the table.
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