Among the metal soldiers recently sent by Paul Watson were four zouaves in turbans. Further research shows they aren't American civil war figures but actual French colonial troops, wearing the uniform of the 1870s. I think they are rather nice castings, and would welcome any information on who actually manufactured them.
MGB
Before paint stripping and priming.
I don't recognize the maker of your Zouaves Michael, but your restoration has really brought them to life! They look beautiful! They'll be a great addition to your French forces!
ReplyDeleteThanks Brad, they are nice castings and deserved some time and effort. I'm attaching them to six W. Britains French Algerian Tiralleurs, but would like to slightly increase their number.
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Great looking Zouaves MGB - is that a Britain's farm cart?
ReplyDeleteHi MJT, when Paul cleared some figures a while ago he included a French-made cart by Simon & Rivolet. I must confess, I think they made the best carts of any toy company, and a large range too.
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They have turned out very nicely indeed, excellent work.
ReplyDeleteThanks Alan, a bit time consuming to paint but they are a nice addition to any French late 19th century army.
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ps. Hope you are successfully fighting off the health issue!
Always liked Zouaves !
ReplyDeleteSame here Tony, although my first troops to wear something similar were a batch of British West Indies infantry Paul has furnished.
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