Vintage Starlux antique soldier figurine, retro military statuette pre-owned

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Description

This figurine depicts a soldier in uniform, standing on an oval base. The object, typical of Starlux production, displays a retro style characteristic of French military figurines from the 20th century. The soldier wears an olive-green uniform with a matching belt and beret. He holds a rifle on his left shoulder, clearly visible in the photographed view. Details of the clothing, such as the folds of the trousers and the jacket pockets, are finely modeled and hand-painted, with a matte finish that evokes the traditional manufacturing techniques of antique figurines.

The soldier's face is soberly sketched, with a discreet mustache and a serious expression. The features are deliberately stylized, in accordance with the standards of Starlux figurines from past decades. The right hand is closed, while the left supports the rifle. The entire statuette presents a palette of greens and browns, typical of historical military uniforms, with some touches of red visible on the epaulet and the rifle strap.

The flat base, visible in the photo, ensures the figurine's stability and allows for easy display on a shelf or in a showcase. No markings are legible on the front face, but the posture and style are characteristic of Starlux productions, a brand renowned for its soldier and historical character figurines.

The surface shows a slight patina and some traces of wear, signs of old use or prolonged storage, which gives the whole an authentic charm and a real vintage presence. No breakage is visible on the photographed face; the colors are generally well preserved despite some apparent rubbing on the extremities of the costume.

This small retro soldier statuette perfectly illustrates French expertise in military figurines, and fits equally well into a vintage-inspired decoration or a thematic presentation on history or period children's games.

Condition

Used item sold as is. Slight signs of wear visible on the paint and surface, with no apparent structural defect on the visible part.

Did you know? Starlux figurines were produced in France from the 1940s onwards and are recognized for their great diversity of themes, from soldiers to historical figures. Their manufacturing involved molding techniques followed by hand-painting, with each piece thus presenting slight unique variations.

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