This hand-painted 54 mm miniature depicts Prince Józef Poniatowski (1763–1813), a distinguished Polish noble and Marshal of France during the Napoleonic Wars. Poniatowski commanded the Polish Vistula Legion and led Polish troops with honor and loyalty both to Poland and to Napoleon.
He is remembered for:
Commanding Polish forces at Raszyn, Leipzig, and throughout the 1809 campaign
Becoming the only foreigner ever awarded the rank of Marshal of France
His death in battle, sword in hand, crossing the Elster River at Leipzig — a symbol of heroic loyalty.
This miniature captures his command presence:
Uniform & Figure Details
Blue Napoleonic-era officer coat with red cuffs and collar
Gold sash & epaulettes highlighted for metallic depth
Bicorn hat with plume
Officer’s sword held in commanding stance
Naturalistic shading of fabrics, face, and boots
Sealed with matte varnish for protection
Mounted on a polished wood display base.
Specifications
Scale: 54 mm / 1:32
Material: Metal alloy
Paint: Professional acrylics (layered highlights & shading)
