This 54 mm miniature represents a Balloon Observer from the First World War (1914–1918). Balloon observers were assigned to tethered observation balloons to identify enemy troop movements and direct artillery fire. High on the front lines, they communicated via telegraph cables or radio with ground forces below.
This figure is pre-painted (artist unknown) and mounted on a custom wooden display base crafted for stable display.
Uniform & Figure Details
Long field coat suitable for high-altitude wind chill
Binoculars held in observation posture
Field harness / belt equipment correctly positioned
Service cap / early aviation cap headgear
Neutral command stance suitable for display or dioramas
This is a display collectible, not a toy.
Specifications
Scale: 54 mm / 1:32
Material: Metal (pre-painted)
Base: Hand-finished wood display base
Condition: Display-ready (not painted by seller)
Ideal For
WWI history collectors
Aviation and artillery enthusiasts
Dioramas of command posts, forward observation, airfields
