Vintage lead figurine of a Napoleonic soldier on horseback, Empire army cavalryman

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This figurine depicts a Napoleonic soldier on horseback, made of painted lead, as indicated by the keywords. The scene shows an armed cavalryman, in an Empire-era uniform, holding a saber in his right hand, dynamically positioned on a rearing horse. The soldier's uniform is detailed with a red jacket with black lapels, light blue trousers, and a shako decorated with a tricolor plume (yellow, red, green). The horse's saddle is covered with a green saddlecloth bordered with red and yellow, typical of Napoleonic cavalry regiments.

The figurine rests on a rough-looking oval base, whose surface has an irregular texture evoking natural terrain. The dark brown horse displays white paint details on its limbs and head, indicating a handcrafted finish. The cavalryman also wears a visible cartridge pouch at his waist and a saber hanging on his left side. The entire piece is hand-painted, with visible nuances and color highlights that emphasize the vintage character of the item.

The soldier's face is not visible in detail in this view, but the energetic posture and the horse's movement accentuate the dynamism of the scene. No markings or inscriptions appear on the visible side of the base or the figurine. The paint shows some signs of wear and small chips, mainly on the extremities (horse's limbs, saber, shako), which is common for this type of antique figurine.

The style and color palette evoke a handcrafted or semi-handcrafted production typical of the mid to late 20th century, faithful to historical representations of the Napoleonic army. The object has a distinct decorative and historical appeal, suitable for display on a shelf, desk, or in a display case.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Paint wear in places, small chips visible on the extremities. The figurine remains stable on its base, with no apparent cracks on the visible part.

Did you know? Lead soldier figurines were traditionally handmade in Europe since the 19th century, first as toys, then as collectibles. Representations of Napoleonic cavalrymen are particularly sought after for their fidelity to historical uniforms, with every detail of the uniform corresponding to a specific regiment of the Empire.

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