...er, not really it's actually more Austrians! This is another unit expertly restored for me by Goya from the collection of Don W. They are painted to represent Hungarian IR 32 Esterhazy although the charging figures are AN/4 Austrian Musketeer rather than Hungarian ones.
The original brushwork on these figures (including the nifty lace work) is all Don's to which Goya has added the black lining to the straps and the yellow stripes to the trousers together with a bit of general tarting up. Zoom in and take time to admire that amazing flag painted by Don some 40+ years ago, I am in awe.
You're a lucky boy - how many battalions in your Austrian army now? If it gets much bigger Napoleon won't dare to come back to Vienna again.
ReplyDeleteI am lucky Rob! 10 units now and you’re right about Vienna…
DeleteAnother super looking regiment, the Hungarians look quite superb.
ReplyDeleteThanks Donnie!
DeleteA nice addition. I hope they get Veteran status, they deserve it.
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Thanks Stephen, they certainly are old soldiers!
DeleteThat flag really sets the standard! I think this might be the most attractive battalion yet.
ReplyDeleteYou're right Matthew, I have to say I am really favouring them at the moment!
DeleteThat flag is especially awesome. Another brilliant addition to the collection.
ReplyDeleteIt’s the flag that really sets them off I think Matt.
DeleteJust can't have too much K and K infantry... Yes, it's a great flag, but in my opinion no better than your tirailleurs' fanion. It's all about style. Your flags have it. My flags get bought.....
ReplyDeleteBuying them is a sensible thing to do Nigel!
DeleteSuperb, they look superb...with a great flag!
ReplyDeleteCheers Phil!
DeleteI will never cease to marvel at painters who can do that kind of work on a cast on flag! I have been known to hand paint a flag, but always on a nice flat surface and a paper flag on which I have traced the design. I am in awe. Not to mention what a generous gift. All of that blacklining is no small feat!!!
ReplyDeleteI agree- Don has done an amazing job on that flag David!
DeleteFantastic looking troops.....the detailing on the uniforms and on the flag is superb.
ReplyDeleteThanks Simon!
DeleteA gorgeous looking unit indeed….
ReplyDeleteTen units…
Almost time for another parade…
All the best. Aly
Yes Aly, I promise it will happen soon!
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