After a Roman Holiday of sorts, I've decided to turn my attention to some Black Tree Design HYW foot knights which were purchased a few months ago when they were once again on sale at 50% off. I really like the robust and well-detailed sculpting of these figures. The armor is of the style from the mid-14th C. to early-15th C. The hounskull, or pig-faced, visored bascinet is one of my favorite helmets. So far they have only received a preliminary treatment of the armor.
I plan to paint their jupons to represent famous knights from the period - one of which will likely be the Black Prince. The earlier works of Richard Courtenay and Frederick Ping are inspirational - ever since viewing their range of knights in a book my mom bought me when I was a kid. I still have the book - pictured below.
I love all the mythos surrounding the Black Prince - shall look forward to your skilled interpretation in 28mm...
ReplyDeleteThank you for the kind words, Soren. I hope to do the Prince of Wales justice. Regards, Dean
DeleteI look forward final result 8)
ReplyDeleteThanks you very kindly! Best, Dean
DeleteLooking good so far and I look forward to the finished results.
ReplyDeleteCheers, Ross
Thanks, Ross. Appreciate the encouragement. Best, Dean
DeleteGreat start. looking forward to the finished results!
ReplyDeleteAppreciate the visit and interest, Rodger. Regards, Dean
DeleteSome lovely figures there, looking forward to the finished product!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Paul. Yes, I couldn't resist picking them up - even though I already had "enough" knights :) Warm regards, Dean
DeleteI do like BTD figures and look forward to following your progression on these fine fellows.
ReplyDelete"Houndskull bascinet?" I always learn something from following your works.
Thanks, Jonathan. Yes, I know you also have a fair number of BTD figures. Warm regards, Dean
DeleteWhat a beautiful and impressive start Dean!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Phil! Appreciate the kind words of encouragement. Regards, Dean
DeleteThey're not even done and they look great.
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