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Jerome Bonaparte King of Westphalia 1807-1813

Discussion in 'Completed Figures' started by Bassman, Oct 27, 2016.

  1. Bassman Well-Known Member

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    Here's my latest conversion. He is Jerome Bonaparte as King of Westphalia. It was inspired by
    a print beautifully done by Jean-Claude Colrat. It is a Historex conversion using twisted wire for the
    fringe, and a little Magic Sculpt. All painting done in acrylics. Comments are welcome and thanks
    for looking.
    Rod

    5d66c938011a37de0228620a87d91102.jpg jerome 1.jpg jerome 2.jpg jerome 3.jpg jerome 4.jpg jerome 5.jpg
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  2. JGREEN A Fixture

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    One of my favorite pieces from the show, Rod. Just beautiful!

    Jason
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  3. Mat Lambert A Fixture

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    Absolutely superb. An unusual figure expertly brought to life - Historex never looked better than this.
    Cheers
    Mat
  4. Ron Tamburrini A Fixture

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    Nearly missed this one , super conversion (y)
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  5. pmfs A Fixture

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    Brilliant Rod. Hope all is well with you?

    Cheers,
    Pedro.
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  6. Bassman Well-Known Member

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    Thanks Jason, Mat, Ron and Pedro for your kind words. It was fun and at times a very challenging project. Glad you like him. Jason, good to see you again in Chicago! Your work is always an inspiration. Pedro, Everything is well, thank you
    for asking. Mat, Historex is great medium to work with! Not as hard as it may look. Thanks again guys.

    Rod
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  7. John Bowery A Fixture

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    Rod,
    Superb finish. Well done.
    Cheers
    John
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  8. Filipe Well-Known Member

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    Very nice!!!

    The head is Historex??
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  9. blaster A Fixture

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    Just beautiful!

    Rgds Victor
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  10. hall-moye@msn.com Active Member

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    Wowww!! very Cool !!
    Well Done .
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  11. Nap Moderator

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    England
    Rod

    That is amazing love the armour and helmet

    The golds are great , like the variations .....all metallic or NMM ....fine result

    Thanks for sharing

    Nap
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  12. megroot A Fixture

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    Excellent work all around.

    Marc
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  13. Lasalle A Fixture

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    SUPERB! (y)

    Andrea
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  14. OldTaff PlanetFigure Supporter

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    Absolutely bloody marvellous, Rod. I have to admire your dedication with those fringes.......I'm trying the twisted wire trick myself, and it's driving me nuts !:mad: Yours are inspiriational.

    Cheers,
    Alan
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  15. Bassman Well-Known Member

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    Thanks to all for the kind words! Filipe, I used a Historex resin head. Kevin, yes no metallics on the helmet and breastplate. Just various yellow tones. Alan, the fringe work was very tedious! A lot of words used under my breath during this process! Keep at it. It will be worth it.
    Thanks again guys.
    Rod
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  16. Chris Ribchester A Fixture

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    England
    Good conversion , completed by magnificent paint work, very well done.

    Chris
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  17. bonehead A Fixture

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    Nice job Rod! (y)(y)(y)
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  18. Jaybo Well-Known Member

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    Excellent work Rod. Could you explain the SBS process of the twisted wire trick please? Thanks.
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  19. Bassman Well-Known Member

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    Thanks Chris, Mike and Jay for your comments. Jay the fringe is made from 0.10 mm soft lead wire that is used for fly fishing. I take 3 strands and put them into a drill.
    Using a low setting the wire is twisted together. You might have to hand twist a little to get it right. Then just cut to length and apply with Krazy glue. Prime and paint.
    I have to admit it is a very time consuming process . You have to be patient. I hope this helps.
    Rod
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  20. Filipe Well-Known Member

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    Thank you for the answer :)
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