rossbach
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Today I reviewed my stash of figures.
I keep my collection in the living alongside my books. Being single does have its advantages. This were I paint too. I counted 157 figures in all. 61 of these are classical subjects from Pegaso, Soldiers, Art Girona, Alexandros and White Models. Until today my collection hasn't been growing anymore. Its pointlessly large enough as it is I should think.
However the announcement of Altores Studios 54 mm Mycenaean warrior changed the firm stance I am trying to make. The Altores figure in his exotic looking Dendra armour is on its way from Russia. I will do a review when it arrives. I also bought Soldier's Hector and Achilles set.
Sculpted by Andrea Laruccia one of the most profilic and talented sculptors around. As a matter of fact: nearly all classical models I have are from his hand. He is a trained jeweller and his detailing is generally stunning. I always had a soft spot for the Soldiers range especially, now unfortunately no longer marketed by Marco luchetti.
I think the pictures of Hector and Achilles below speak for themselves: a lot of beautifully detailed parts. Just look at the round shield with images from Homer's Illyad. The level of detail which is also very precisely executed is in my opinion proof of Laruccia's background in jewellery. Paradoxically it is this same level of detail that raises the difficulty level of many of Laruccia's sculpts. Like many Soldiers kits the construction itself (building as you paint) will take some effort. They are not 'shake-bake and paint kits. However I know I will enjoy painting and assembling this duo whenever that may be.
If there is any interest from forum members I can also review these three mounted Roman figures. Can't recall having seen them reviewed on PF. Please let me know.
Cheers Paul
I keep my collection in the living alongside my books. Being single does have its advantages. This were I paint too. I counted 157 figures in all. 61 of these are classical subjects from Pegaso, Soldiers, Art Girona, Alexandros and White Models. Until today my collection hasn't been growing anymore. Its pointlessly large enough as it is I should think.However the announcement of Altores Studios 54 mm Mycenaean warrior changed the firm stance I am trying to make. The Altores figure in his exotic looking Dendra armour is on its way from Russia. I will do a review when it arrives. I also bought Soldier's Hector and Achilles set.
Sculpted by Andrea Laruccia one of the most profilic and talented sculptors around. As a matter of fact: nearly all classical models I have are from his hand. He is a trained jeweller and his detailing is generally stunning. I always had a soft spot for the Soldiers range especially, now unfortunately no longer marketed by Marco luchetti.
I think the pictures of Hector and Achilles below speak for themselves: a lot of beautifully detailed parts. Just look at the round shield with images from Homer's Illyad. The level of detail which is also very precisely executed is in my opinion proof of Laruccia's background in jewellery. Paradoxically it is this same level of detail that raises the difficulty level of many of Laruccia's sculpts. Like many Soldiers kits the construction itself (building as you paint) will take some effort. They are not 'shake-bake and paint kits. However I know I will enjoy painting and assembling this duo whenever that may be.
If there is any interest from forum members I can also review these three mounted Roman figures. Can't recall having seen them reviewed on PF. Please let me know.
Cheers Paul
