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Prussian Langer Kerl

Discussion in 'Completed Figures' started by Sven, Aug 20, 2022.

  1. Sven A Fixture

    Dear Planeteers,

    finally, I was able to finish this rather big bust by Bonapartes Military Miniatures. A NCO of the Prussian Giants (Prussian Infantry Regiment No. 6). The regiment was composed of taller-than-average soldiers. Throughout the reign of the Prussian king Friedrich Wilhelm I. (1688-1740), the unit was known as the "Potsdamer Riesengarde" ("giant guard of Potsdam"), but the population quickly nicknamed them the Lange Kerls ("long fellows"). The Potsdam Giants never saw battle during the reign of Friedrich Wilhelm. When the king died in 1740, the regiment consisted of 3,200 men. However, his successor Fredrick the Great did not share his father's sentiments about the regiment, which seemed to him an unnecessary expense. The regiment was largely disbanded and most of its soldiers were integrated into other units.
    The bust is made out of one big chunk of resin, only the arms come separated. Holding this bust while painting it can become a challenge but the cast is great.

    I am very happy how he turned out. Hope you like this giant too.

    Cheers from Berlin
    Sven
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  2. Mirofsoft A Fixture

    Country:
    Belgium
    Superb painting, "j'en perds les jambes" typical french expression when you're in such an admiration that you can say nothing more ..;)
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  3. MoboSchreuder A Fixture

    Fantastic paintwork

    Mobo
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  4. Redcap A Fixture

    Country:
    United-Kingdom
    Wonderful execution of two colours which are difficult to get 'right' ...brilliant!
    Gary
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  5. Nap Moderator

    Country:
    England
    Hi Sven

    Great to see you posting and what a lovely piece of painting , do like the reds on this , nice highs and shadows , like the mitre cap details

    A large piece as you say which you've done full credit


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    Thanks for sharing

    Always good to see your artwork , look forward to seeing more

    Happy benchtime

    Nap
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  6. Oda A Fixture

    A giant indeed judging by this bust's size.Excellent painting.

    Oda.
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  7. santi fernandez Well-Known Member

    Country:
    Spain
    Good job and I highlight the blue, the red with the orange lights doesn't quite convince me but each painter has his decision.
    Santi.
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  8. Cannonball A Fixture

    Really striking and imposing piece Sven.

    Neal
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