Avanpost 75mm, Cuirassier 13 Rgt, Spain 1810-12

[Viking Bob]

Cuirassier in 75mm scale from Avanpost studios.
Excellent sculpt and casting and pure joy to paint. I have added some bulk to his moustache and sideburns. The sword belt had some brass retainers added and the clip to hang the sword up.
The whole figure was painted in acrylics both Vallejo and scaleclour artist. Originally the base was circular but I squared it off (I only had squares bases)
I have gone for the 13th Regiment of Cuirassiers, as I like the facing colour, based in Spain of 1810-12.

 

[DaddyO]

Nice one mate

I like the pose and the dark blue of the uniform (which I often see painted too light)
Cheers
Paul

 

[Airkid]

Nice job there Bob. The blue is spot on and the buff on the pants is very nicely done. It's a change to see a cuirassier sans cuirass and with the bonnet de police in lieu of the tin hat! I'm not familiar with the manufacturer but I soon will be!

Phil

 

[Nap]

Hi Leggy #2

Cracking finish mate ...love the blue and the fleshtones on this fellow ...nice basework as well

Like the bulky 'tasche

Thanks for sharing

Happy benchtime

Nap

 

[KenBoyle]

As I said on Facebook, marvelous work Bob! I love the little details you added and finished with a great paint job. Well done my friend!

Cheers,
Ken

 

[Viking Bob]

Nice one mate

I like the pose and the dark blue of the uniform (which I often see painted too light)
Cheers
Paul

Nice job there Bob. The blue is spot on and the buff on the pants is very nicely done. It's a change to see a cuirassier sans cuirass and with the bonnet de police in lieu of the tin hat! I'm not familiar with the manufacturer but I soon will be!

Phil

Hi Leggy #2

Cracking finish mate ...love the blue and the fleshtones on this fellow ...nice basework as well

Like the bulky 'tasche

Thanks for sharing

Happy benchtime

Nap

As I said on Facebook, marvelous work Bob! I love the little details you added and finished with a great paint job. Well done my friend!

Cheers,
Ken

Paul, this is what drew me to the figure, appreciate the comment re the blue.
Thanks you again

Phil, appreciate the comments re the pants and the blue, thank you. Avanpost studios are members on here.

Nap, Cheers mate, are you not tempted to the see the light. Thank you for the comments.

Ken, Thank you my friend, kind words indeed and it's really appreciated.

 

[Tommy Atkins]

As usual Bob, a very nice piece of work I've always liked the combination of dark blue and 'lies de vin' for the facings. Always a pleasure to see your figures. Regards Pete.

 

[Viking Bob]

As usual Bob, a very nice piece of work I've always liked the combination of dark blue and 'lies de vin' for the facings. Always a pleasure to see your figures. Regards Pete.

Thank you Pete, I must admit I am begining to like the French Cuirassier, the next may be the pink facings.
Appreciate your input and comment, thank you.

 

[Cannonball]

Lovely finish on this one Bob. Like the choice of colour for the facings. Great looking figure.

Neal

 

[Viking Bob]

Lovely finish on this one Bob. Like the choice of colour for the facings. Great looking figure.

Neal

I really appreciate your comment Neal, thank you.

 

[MoboSchreuder]

Great paintwork again Bob

Mobo

 

[Viking Bob]

Great paintwork again Bob

Mobo

I appreciate your comment Mobo, thank you very much.

 

[Scott Sheltz]

Great paint work! Blues are tough to paint

 

[Viking Bob]

Great paint work! Blues are tough to paint

Thank you very much Scott, glad you liked the blue.

 

[Nap]

Bob

Thanks but I see enough light ...saying that some mighty fine full figures out there and here on PF .....you like Pink eh .....look forward to that Regt being done

Didn't Andrea release a cuirassier shaving ...might be something for you leggy types

Happy benchtime

Nap

 

[Jimbo]

Very nicely painted Bob, great job done
Cheers
Jim

 

[Viking Bob]

Bob

Thanks but I see enough light ...saying that some mighty fine full figures out there and here on PF .....you like Pink eh .....look forward to that Regt being done

Didn't Andrea release a cuirassier shaving ...might be something for you leggy types

Happy benchtime

Nap

Very nicely painted Bob, great job done
Cheers
Jim

Cheers Busty, but I thought your better half and you liked the new 75mm french infantryman with the scarecrow.

Cheers Jim a lot of fun to do.

 

[Blind Pew]

Cracking stuff again Bob. This is a real highlight amongst the stuff you've posted this year without question.

 

[Viking Bob]

Cracking stuff again Bob. This is a real highlight amongst the stuff you've posted this year without question.

Thank you very much BP, much appreciated.
Mind you, the sculpting of the figure helps too.