From the 29th Bulletin of the Grande Armee 1812
Our cavalry was dismounted to such a degree, that it was necessary to collect the officers who had still a horse remaining, in order to form four companies of 150 men each. The Generals there performed the functions of captains, and the colonels of subalterns. This sacred squadron, commanded by General Grouchy, and under the orders of the King of Naples, did not lose sight of the Emperor in all these movements
I painted up the Sacred Squadron back in March, here, but I wanted the chap giving General Grouchy his orders, so the search was on for a suitable Marshal Murat, the King of Naples.
There are plenty of pictures on the internet showing Murat in a multitude of different coloured and flamboyant uniforms, such as the pic above, which I based my figure on.
The figure comes from the excellent range of French Napoleonic Commanders from Gringo 40's, the figure represents Murat in 1807 during the Battle of Eylau, click here.
As Eylau was fought in the winter, it seemed the best fit, and I'm sure you'll agree kinda matches the reference picture above. Now as their name suggests Gringo 40's, they are a tad on the large side, but as he's all on his own when based up, I don't think it makes a lot of difference.
He can of course be used as a General figure anytime during a game, not just for the Sacred Squadron.
Nice figure Ray, well painted. Looks like the model might have helped make this quite quickly done as well.
ReplyDeleteYeh, it didn't take that long to paint up.
DeleteBear skin saddle - very cool!
ReplyDeleteBet it kept him warm!
DeleteCool looking general Ray!
ReplyDeleteThanks Chris!
DeleteSplendid looking version of Murat!
ReplyDeleteBest Iain
Thanks Iain, glad you like him.
DeleteVery nice figurine. The bearskin saddle seems particularly well-suited to the setting. It's also certainly easier to paint than the ever-present tiger and leopard skins.
ReplyDeleteTell me about it, I was very pleased it was a bear and not a leopard!
DeleteExcellent work as always!
ReplyDeleteCheers Michal!
DeleteLove how fancy this sculpt looks, a great fit. That bearskin must have been a nice warming effort for the poor horse too!
ReplyDeleteI expect so!
DeleteMarshal Murat looks so incredibly striking, especially in that flamboyant uniform. It is awesome that you found a figure that matches your reference picture so perfectly. Even if he is a bit larger, he stands out just like a king should. He is definitely a fantastic addition to your collection.
ReplyDeleteThanks, glad you like him.
DeleteLovely work Ray, cracking paint job on a very nice figure.
ReplyDeleteGlad you approv, Donnie!
DeleteExcellent work Ray
ReplyDeleteThanks Neil, he was an easy paint.
DeleteAn excellent figure and painted up very nicely, Ray!
ReplyDeleteCheers Keith! It was an enjoyable figure to paint up.
DeleteYou did an excellent job, Rayola!
ReplyDeleteThanks Whisk, glad you like him!
DeleteHe looks suitable dashing Ray. Great work.
ReplyDeleteAs Murat always did!
DeleteGreat rendition of him Ray!
ReplyDeleteThanks Mark, glad you like him.
DeleteRay, great pick for the figure, excellent work in making him dashing yet cold!
ReplyDeleteCheers Joe, he a nice figure, that's for sure.
DeleteExcellent work there Ray:)!
ReplyDeleteGlad you like him, Steve.
DeleteGreat looking figure and well painted
ReplyDeleteThanks Gary!!!
DeleteHe looks good, and I agree. If the fig is going to be alone, folks won't really notice he's a tad larger. Plus, he SHOULD be more impressive, right?
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely!!!
DeleteLovely work Ray 👍
ReplyDeleteCheers Matt!!
DeleteNicely done Ray. Murat was always fashionable even in the freezing cold!
ReplyDeleteHe certainly was, Andrew!
DeleteAwesome Murat figure, Ray! A most colorful character brought to life.
ReplyDeleteIts not his most flamboyant uniform, but still looks pretty cool.
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