Vintage Napoleonic lead soldier figurine, kneeling skirmisher, blue uniform

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Visual Description

Figurine representing a Napoleonic soldier in a firing position, kneeling on an oval stone-effect base. The soldier is wearing a dark blue uniform with red details on the sleeves and collar, typical of Napoleonic era attire. His head is topped with a shako (cylindrical military headgear) surmounted by a clearly visible red pompom. A grey backpack is on his shoulders. The weapon, a long rifle, is held with two hands; the barrel has a silver finish with gold rings and a bayonet at the end. The whole piece is hand-painted, with a patina that evokes a vintage style. No visible markings or inscriptions on the presented face.

The figurine adopts a dynamic posture, with the right knee on the ground and the left foot forward, accentuating the effect of movement. The base has an irregular texture reminiscent of stone or country terrain. The details of the face and hands are stylized, with paint showing some traces of wear and dark shades, enhancing the antique look.

The color palette emphasizes navy blue, red, black, and grey tones, with touches of brown for the gloves and rifle strap. The overall finish shows some paint irregularities, characteristic of old hand-made figurines.

The figurine is presented on a wooden surface, in a setting evoking the interior of a church or a historical building, but only the object and its front face are to be described here. No accessories or original box are visible.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Visible wear on the paint, particularly on the edges of the rifle, base, and shako. The whole remains stable, and the structure shows no visible cracks on the displayed face. Patina and traces of time consistent with a vintage piece.

Did you know? Napoleonic infantry soldiers frequently wore a shako adorned with a pompom or cockade to distinguish their regiment. Hand-painted lead figurines were already popular in the 19th century and served as both toys and educational tools to illustrate military history.

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