Preview of Frank Miniatures Uhtred 75mm

[carl reid]

Hi Folks,

Here is a 75mm piece I sculpted for Frank Miniatures a few weeks ago.
Frank has asked me to post some images, so here he is!

He depicts Uhtred of Baddenberg, a semi fantasy character from the Bernard Cornwell books.
Not to be confused with Hugh Cornwell (lead singer of the Stranglers)

It's not a subject I know much about if I'm honest, but it was specifically requested by Frank!
All I had to go on was a couple of pages of text, briefly describing some of his costume, the rest was made up.
As I understand it he was loosley based a on a real person.

Anyway guys I hope like him and thanks for looking!

Carl

 

[Jimbo]

He looks great! superb overall movement in the figure, nice one.
Cheers
Jim

 

[FigureLover]

He looks awesome, great movement. I have read the books and they are a great read, lots of action and based on some historical facts with a bit of filler as well.
Ben

 

[balder]

Nice figure kit! I really enjoy the books and may have to pick this up even though it's a bit smaller than my usual 120mm.

Gerald

 

[MCPWilk]

Pete Morton sculpted a Lord Derfel Cadarn in 200mm. With luck it may yet see the light of day.

Nicely sculpted Uhtred,

Mike

 

[Don]

Superb work Carl, looks like Frank is going to be busy at Euro.
Now to find out more about the character (and about the Stranglers)

Don

 

[Wings5797]

Superb work Carl.
Cheers,
Keith

 

[carl reid]

Thanks guys!

 

[Maki]

Carl, I'm always amazed how inspiring your sculpts are... I have absolutely no interest in this historical period, but this figure makes me want to get it anyway. Great stuff, you are one of the most talented sculptors in this hobby. Keep 'em comming!

Mario

 

[megroot]

Excellent work Carl as always.
But I'm not so interest in he comic way, so this one pass my home......on the otherhand

Marc

 

[davidmitchell]

Love the movement in this one mate , think this will paint up very well.

Cheers Davie

 

[elanlane13]

Carl, I love these books and this represents the character very well.

 

[ChaosCossack]

Awesome sculpt, Carl!
I just finished the last book in this series (Death of Kings) and I think Uhtred Ragnarrson has overtaken both Richard Sharp and Harry Flashman as my favorite literary character. Your sculpt has definitely done the character justice and truely brought him to life. I have always loved the Viking era and Norse culture (I know Uhtred is a born Saxon, but he's more Dane than the real Danes) but so far haven't touched on it from a modelling standpoint... This figure will change that... As soon as I get my hands on it!

Bravo on a beautiful piece

Colin

 

[carl reid]

Thanks Guys for all your generous comments!
I know almost nothing if anything about the subject, so I have to bow to your superior knowledge.
When I made this Frank and Pete Shaw provided me with various bits of information on the subject and the character. I'm just pleased I managed to create something that fits the character in the books.
I think the only I say at this point is PHEW!!!!

Thanks again Guys!

Carl

 

[custer760]

Carlito Buddy,we only told you what we wanted !!! You created this masterpeice all on your lonesome,and you did an excellent Job once again mate....Just like the 60th Royal American bust.....You are the man !!!! Love em.The castings will be arriving next week,cant wait to get Uhtred in my Hands.I love the books and am going to love the figure.
Many many thanks muckaaaa
Pete

 

[Noel Walker]

Superb work Carl, looks like Frank is going to be busy at Euro.
Now to find out more about the character (and about the Stranglers)

Don

Well, my advice is be prepared to read them all, as you wont want to put the books down. Awesome series, and this is a great scuplt as usual. Have often pictured Uthred in my mind and now this will be the image I have, perhaps charging from the shield line.
Side note watched a show the other night about Alfred beating back the Saxons and kept wanting to say "yea, he wouldnt have done it without Uthred!!!" LOL

 

[steeleagle]

Carl,
Stunning! Looks exactly as I pictured Uhtred in my mind reading all the books, wielding the mighty Serpent-Breath.
Beautiful, absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!
Gary

 

[Daniel.M]

Perfect workmanship figure. Good display movement. Cool.

Daniel & Katka