Size approximations: the statue is 14 3/4 inches tall x 4 1/2 inches wide x 4 1/2 inches deep; the wooden box is 18 1/4 inches x 7 1/4 inches x 6 5/8 inches.
Weight approximation: the statue weighs 8 pounds, 4.7 ounces; the wooden box weighs 5 pounds, 0.4 ounces.
Condition: the statue one broken piece on the back of the statue, paint loss, surface wear and Visor Cap Emblem on the box is loose and moves. The protective material inside the box is disintegrating and is in poor condition as pictured. In consideration of any purchase it is recommended that the zoom tool be used to thoroughly inspect all the photos. Sold as preowned and as pictured.
This listing is for an Extremely Rate Antique Bronze Statue Gift To US General 3rd Line Regiment Dutch Officer as pictured. It was given as a gift to US general Wilmink in 1990 but the statue is antique from 1830+ The emblem on its heavy wooden box is a Visor Dutch Cap Emblem. The pictures are part of the description, what you see is what you get. Since we are not experts in authenticating this listing by any means, please inspect the pictures and be the judge.
The plaque reads:
“Presented by
Commander-in-Chief/ Chief of Army Staff
Royal Netherlands Army
Lieutenant General M.J. Wilmink
On The Occasion Of His Visit to the USA
May 1990”
Maker: Unknown.
This antique bronze statue is a rare find for collectors of militaria. It was gifted to the Lieutenant General of the US Army during a visit in 1990 by the Royal Netherlands Army. The statue depicts an early 19th-century Dutch officer from the 3rd Line Regiment, standing at 14 3/4 inches tall and weighing 8 pounds, 4.7 ounces.
Made of bronze, the statue comes with a wooden storage box and is an original piece, not a reproduction. Its exquisite craftsmanship and historical significance make it a perfect addition to any militaria collection.
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