“Vive L’Empereur!” – French Imperial Guard Acclaiming Napoleon – Napoleonic Wars Military
Figurine (1/30 Scale, Hand-Painted Collectible)
This “Vive L’Empereur!” French Imperial Guard figurine captures a defining moment in Napoleonic history: the unwavering loyalty and devotion of the Old Guard to Napoleon Bonaparte. Inspired by the renowned sculpture by Maurice Richefeu, prominently displayed at Les Invalides in Paris, this historical military miniature immortalizes the legendary cry of Napoleon’s elite troops as they honored their Emperor.
Expertly crafted in 1/30 scale, this hand-painted Napoleonic toy soldier depicts a French Imperial Guard grenadier raising his shako, acclaiming Napoleon with the famous battle cry: "Vive l’Empereur!". Dressed in the iconic blue coat, white cross belts, and bearskin hat in hand, this museum-quality collectible embodies the spirit of Napoleon’s loyal soldiers.
Features & Benefits:
- Historically accurate Napoleonic soldier figurine – Inspired by the Richefeu sculpture at Les Invalides.
- Hand-painted 1/30 scale military collectible – Crafted for historical authenticity and premium display quality.
- Dynamic pose capturing battlefield emotion – The Imperial Guard cheering Napoleon as seen in period artwork.
- A centerpiece for any Napoleonic collection – Ideal for dioramas, museum displays, and wargaming enthusiasts.
- Symbol of Napoleon’s enduring legacy – A tribute to the unwavering loyalty of the Old Guard.
Vive L’Empereur ! Grenadier Acclaiming Napoleon – figurine Inspired by Richefeu
French Imperial Guard " Vive l'Empereur ! "
One hand-painted tin collectible figurine with box
1/30 scale, Matte Finish
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Our models are designed to adult collector only
Modified pictures in black and white fromAnyul Rivas CC Wikimedia Creative CommonsThe cry of “Vive l’Empereur!” was an enduring symbol of the French Imperial Guard’s devotion to Napoleon Bonaparte. Whether on the battlefield, during victory parades, or in their final stand at Waterloo, these veteran soldiers proclaimed their allegiance with unwavering pride.
Maurice Richefeu’s famous bronze sculpture, housed at Les Invalides in Paris, captures this defining moment in history. It depicts a French grenadier of the Old Guard raising his shako in salute to Napoleon, embodying the fervor and unbreakable spirit of the Emperor’s elite troops. This figurine faithfully reproduces that scene, offering collectors a piece of Napoleonic military history.
Bring home this masterfully crafted tribute to the French Imperial Guard, a timeless symbol of Napoleon’s legendary army.
