Miniature figurine - Lot de 3 figurines: Cuirassier 1806 + Porte étendard + général de brigade (3) - Tin, Lead

Exceptional lot of 3 Napoleonic figurines (one mounted – signed Antonio – 1970s – hand-painted – with original packaging

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Description

Superb set of 3 mounted Napoleonic figurines, entirely handmade and hand-painted by the artist Antonio in the 1970s–1980s. Workshop/artisan pieces in lead/tin alloy, approx. 1/16 scale, each signed on the base and kept in its original packaging.

Each figure depicts an officer or cavalryman of the Imperial Guard, richly detailed:
• Period uniforms faithfully reproduced (gold braid, sabers, shakos, boots, epaulettes).
• Paintwork of remarkable finesse: coat tones, metallic reflections, leathers hand-painted.
• Solid wood base with handwritten signature Antonio.

These figurines are high-level artisan pieces, from the circle of Spanish and Italian artists active within the Andrea Miniatures or La Meridiana movement. They were never produced in a series and remain very rare on the market in such complete condition.

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Condition

Very good original condition.
Paint intact, no noticeable gloss.
Slight storage marks and superficial dust (not cleaned to preserve patina).
The figurines have never been exhibited.

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Specifications
• Total number: 3 figurines (including one mounted and a standard-bearer)
• Materials: lead/tin alloy
• Height: approx. 10 to 12 cm
• Base length: approx. 12 to 14 cm
• Total weight of the lot: approx. 0.4 kg
• Signature: Antonio (visible on each base)
• Origin: Spain
• Period: around 1975–1980

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Provenance

French private collection, period pieces kept in their original boxes.

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Value and appraisal

Individual figurines signed Antonio: €400–€700 depending on condition and theme.
Estimate for the complete lot: €1,800.
Recommended reserve price: €1,200.

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Delivery

Very careful shipment, each figurine individually boxed and protected in its original box.
Tracked and insured shipping (recommended courier or equivalent international).

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Keywords

Napoleon – Imperial Guard – Antonio – military figurine – tin – lead – hand-painted – Andrea Miniatures – Metal Models – cavalry – collection – historical figurine – diorama – mounted officer