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.
ReplyDeleteBear skin saddle - very cool!
ReplyDeleteCool looking general Ray!
ReplyDeleteSplendid looking version of Murat!
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Very 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.
ReplyDeleteExcellent work as always!
ReplyDeleteLove how fancy this sculpt looks, a great fit. That bearskin must have been a nice warming effort for the poor horse too!
ReplyDeleteMarshal 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.
ReplyDeleteLovely work Ray, cracking paint job on a very nice figure.
ReplyDeleteExcellent work Ray
ReplyDeleteAn excellent figure and painted up very nicely, Ray!
ReplyDeleteYou did an excellent job, Rayola!
ReplyDeleteHe looks suitable dashing Ray. Great work.
ReplyDeleteGreat rendition of him Ray!
ReplyDeleteRay, great pick for the figure, excellent work in making him dashing yet cold!
ReplyDeleteExcellent work there Ray:)!
ReplyDeleteGreat looking figure and well painted
ReplyDeleteHe 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?
ReplyDeleteLovely work Ray 👍
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