1:16 Macedonian Guards Officer. III Century B.C.

A Macedonian guards officer, 3rd century BC (1:16, MiniArt)

An injection-molded plastic figure in the large 1:16 scale from the manufacturer MiniArt. It represents an officer of the Macedonian guard from the period after Alexander the Great and his successors. The model captures the arms and gear of the day, the helmet, the armor and the typical shield, and thanks to its size it offers room for detailed work. Decals for decoration are included.

The real subject

The Macedonian army became famous for its phalanx of spearmen armed with long spears (sarissas) and for the elite units that formed the core of Hellenistic armies. Officers and guard detachments were set apart by better armor and gear. The 3rd century BC was the time of the successor states that arose after the break-up of Alexander's empire.

Building and painting tips

Glue the parts with liquid cement for plastic and clean the mold seams up carefully. Apply a primer before painting. The large scale shows to advantage on the flesh tones of the face, so work in layers with smooth transitions. Bring out the metal parts of the armor and the helmet with metallic shades and a fine wash; build the cloak and the textiles up from the base to lightened edges. The shield offers room for a period pattern and for the decals.

Who the figure is for

• For collectors of historical figures in the large 1:16 scale
• For modelers interested in antiquity and the Hellenistic period
• For experienced figure painters who will appreciate a large area for detail
• For makers of display pieces

The model is supplied unassembled and unpainted. Glue, paints and accessories are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.