Vintage Starlux soldier figurine France flag retro old army statuette

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Old figurine depicting a soldier in a green uniform brandishing a French tricolor flag. The figure is molded in a dynamic posture, leaning slightly forward, as if advancing or charging. The blue, white, and red flag is clearly visible, held firmly with two hands. The figurine features a polychrome painted finish, with details such as the red beret and brown boots, typical of some French military units of the 20th century.

The statuette rests on a rectangular base matching the color of the uniform, ensuring its stability. The folds of the trousers, the jacket, and the arm posture are finely suggested, indicative of molding work characteristic of Starlux productions. No markings are visible on the photographed side, but the silhouette, attitude, and painting style are emblematic of the Starlux brand, renowned for its military figurines in France.

The hand-painted flag features shades of deep blue, white, and red, with a sense of movement in the fabric's shape. The figurine appears to be made of a smooth-looking material, likely consistent with traditional Starlux production, but the precise material is not explicitly identifiable in the photo.

This small retro sculpture evokes post-war military toys, with an aesthetic typical of the 1950s to 1970s. The color palette, style, and posture are reminiscent of the iconic series of soldiers produced during this period.

The soldier's face, partially visible, shows summarily painted features, according to the usual technique for figurines of this category. The whole presents a patina of use, with some traces of wear and possible small paint losses, common on this type of old statuette.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Visible wear on protruding parts and the flag, with no major apparent chips on the exposed side. The paint shows signs of age and use consistent with a vintage piece.

Did you know? The French brand Starlux, founded in 1945, specialized in the manufacture of military, historical, and animal figurines. Starlux soldiers were made of molded plastic and hand-painted, which makes them iconic pieces of 20th-century French toys today.

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