A rare Capodimonte creation from the "Napoleonic Figures" set. Signed and handmade by the renowned master craftsman Bruno Merli. The statue depicts, with extraordinary historical accuracy, a Dragoon Officer of the Napoleonic Grande Armée. The piece is not just a decorative object, but a true collector's item that captures the essence of the imperial era. Visible on the bottom "shown in the photo" is the official stamp of Capodimonte and the Bourbon crown. Material: Fine Soft-Paste Porcelain. Finish: Refined polychrome biscuit. "The fabric of the clothing is realistically reproduced." The choice of "biscuit" for the complexion and hands lends an incomparable skin-like realism, typical of elite production. Workmanship: Entirely modeled and painted by hand. Note the masterful contrast between the matte surfaces of the face and the sheen of the gold and enamel finishes of the uniform. The object is in excellent condition with only minor signs of wear due to its age; the colors are The edges (often fragile in biscuit works) are intact, and the artist's signature is clearly legible on the base, "shown in photo," a guarantee of authenticity. The item will be shipped with the utmost care. Regards.