This hand-painted 54 mm miniature represents a Roman Cavalry Officer (Decurion) of the Imperial Roman Army during the 1st–2nd centuries CE. Decurions commanded cavalry squadrons and acted as elite battlefield leaders who coordinated charges, reconnaissance, and flanking maneuvers.
This miniature highlights the distinctive marks of cavalry command:
Armor & Command Details
Muscle cuirass chest armor with metallic shading for bronze/iron tone
Officer’s galea helmet with plume and cheek guards
Draped military cloak (paludamentum) painted with rich highlight depth
Short sword (spatha or gladius) prepared at side
Confident command stance, rather than frontline striking motion
Tunic, belt, and leather straps shaded for realism
Sealed with matte varnish for protection
Mounted on a wood display base, presentation ready.
Specifications
Scale: 54 mm / 1:32
Material: Metal alloy
Paint: Professional acrylics, layered highlights & washes
Base: Polished wooden display stand
Finish: Matte museum-style protective coating
Unique: Fully hand-painted — one of a kind
Ideal For
Ancient Rome collectors
Imperial Legions display cases
Dioramas featuring cavalry, command posts, or battlefield formations
