First French Empire Artillerie à Pied de la Garde 1st Class 1810-1811 Porcelain Figurine Maker Adrien Van Gerdinge 11″

This porcelain figurine depicts an Artillerie à Pied de la Garde (Foot Artillery of the Guard) 1st Class from the First French Empire, representing the years 1810–1811. Produced by the maker Adrien Van Gerdinge, the piece stands 11 inches tall. The figurine accurately reflects the uniform and equipment characteristic of Napoleon’s Imperial Guard artillery units during this period, including the distinct red plumes, detailed epaulettes, and period-appropriate artillery accouterments. Artillerie à Pied de la Garde units formed a vital component of Napoleon’s elite forces, tasked with providing heavy firepower on the battlefield. The porcelain medium allows for fine detail in the depiction of facial features, clothing, and military insignia, offering a precise representation consistent with contemporary military records. Such figurines serve as valuable collectibles for those with an interest in Napoleonic military history, uniformology, and historical ceramics. The maker, Adrien Van Gerdinge