Gendarmes d'élite de la Garde Impériale

[bluewillow]

I have had this unit for two years sitting in the to paint pile, this year I have decided to do some more pieces for my French Napoleonic Armies so last month I started and completed these chaps and then ordered the flag from GMB, I finally mounted the flag yesterday and manage to take some photos this morning.

The figures are from Gringo 40s, who also do a very fine range of other guard units, the figures are on the larger side for 28mm but fit my Elite 1805-09 army nicely. Really happy with my paint job and I hope to get the big boots on the table soon.









cheers
Matt

[vtsaogames]

Tres beau!

[bluewillow]

thanks mate

[CapnJim]

Wow.  Just lovely.  Great job!

[juergen c. olk]

Beautiful.

[Battle Brush Sigur]

Very pretty! A few years ago I painted the Perrys versions of the Gendarmes (with helmets). Painting Guard is always fun.

I really enjoy the addition of the kettle drummer and the trumpeter! I assume it's their equivalent of the flashing lights and sirens.

[bluewillow]

Very pretty! A few years ago I painted the Perrys versions of the Gendarmes (with helmets). Painting Guard is always fun.

I really enjoy the addition of the kettle drummer and the trumpeter! I assume it's their equivalent of the flashing lights and sirens.

Flashing lights and sirens now that is a quote I can use!

Cheers
Matt

[Blackwolf]

Nicely done mate

[bluewillow]

Thanks mate