MiniArt Trumpeter – 2nd Westphalian Cuirassiers Regiment 1809 (1/16 Scale)
About this Product
The MiniArt Trumpeter – 2nd Westphalian Cuirassiers Regiment 1809 is a richly detailed 1/16 scale plastic figure kit representing a mounted musician from one of Napoleon’s allied heavy cavalry units. This kit features a ceremonial cavalry uniform, breastplate (cuirass), ornate helmet, and trumpet, all sculpted with historically accurate detail and crisp surface textures. With a bold and expressive pose, this model is perfect for figure painters and Napoleonic-era enthusiasts seeking a distinctive display piece.
Formed as part of the Kingdom of Westphalia—a French client state under Napoleon—the 2nd Westphalian Cuirassiers were deployed in several campaigns across Central Europe. Trumpeters held a key battlefield role, using their instruments to convey orders amid the chaos of cavalry charges and formations. This figure highlights both the function and flourish of Napoleonic musical troops, adding variety and authenticity to any historical collection.
Key Features
• 1/16 scale plastic model figure kit
• Depicts a trumpeter from the 2nd Westphalian Cuirassiers
• Includes ceremonial trumpet, cuirass, helmet, and full-dress uniform
• Finely sculpted historical details and realistic pose
• Ideal for painting and Napoleonic dioramas
• Historically accurate representation
• Requires assembly and painting
Why Buy This Kit?
• Unique addition representing a non-French unit of the Napoleonic Wars
• Captures the ceremonial and functional role of cavalry musicians
• Large scale perfect for detailed painting and showcase builds
• Excellent for collectors focused on lesser-known Napoleonic forces
