Another appropriate text lifted from the Bard gives this entry its hook, from his Richard III of course. I've been working either side of our weekend away on my third Retinue, that of Sir George Talbot, Earl of Shrewsbury. So far the base of Bow are done and I thought you might like to see them and form your own conclusions in respect of the mix of Eureka Miniatures, Perry Miniatures and Athena Miniatures which populate the base. Some different angles to help you judge ~
The rear rank are made up of Eureka Miniatures figures whilst the four archers in the act of loosing their arrows towards their foe are Athena, with the casualty being from Perry Miniatures, with an added Eureka arrow bag. There can't be much doubt that the styles and heft differ but to my eye the base has a unity you might not expect when first seeing the bare metal castings. Anyway, I await your feedback with interest while pressing on with the next group of figures for the Retinue Command base.
Having seen them close up yesterday they meld as a unit splendidly IMHO
ReplyDeleteYour positive endorsement is most welcome Phil, thanks!
DeleteA lovely unit of archers and they work for me, they blend in well together.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your positive response Donnie.
DeleteA very fine set of archers David!
ReplyDeleteMany thanks Christopher!
DeleteNice! I especially like the animation of the shooting archers from Athena.
ReplyDeleteI warmed to them as more paint was applied!
DeleteYes, they very much work together, the base feels like it is telling a story.
ReplyDeleteThat's just what I was aiming for Norm!
DeleteA nice blend David. By coincidence I was working on a new series about the Longbow.
ReplyDeleteHard to keep track of your many talents and projects George! Good to have your endorsement though of my approach to the collection.
DeleteThe composition of the base is nothing short of superb in my view! you would think that the figures had been designed as a set! Excellent work there, from which hopefully we can all learn.
ReplyDeleteWell, that is very kind Paul, many thanks. Hope Devon is kind to you both!
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