{"product_id":"ic061","title":"IC061 - Standing Ready Archer  | King \u0026 Country","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC061 - Standing Ready Archer | King \u0026amp; Country\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd another chapter to the Imperial China collection with Standing Ready Archer, a subject suited to a thoughtful historical vignette.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wider setting is Chinese dynastic armies and legendary military figures. China’s military past provides a rich variety of infantry, horsemen, commanders and martial traditions. Military discipline and the legends surrounding great leaders both offer scope for historical scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStanding Ready Archer is defined in part by its standing position. That gives the figure a specific purpose when combined with soldiers in complementary poses, helping create a formation with natural variety and a clear direction of action.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis subject focuses on preparation rather than the moment of impact. Checking, loading and readying equipment were repetitive but crucial parts of military life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a display based on a Chinese fortress, training ground or battlefield, position the subject where its role is evident at first glance. Even modest scenery can add depth and atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuch a figure works especially well beside one who is already firing or advancing. The different actions create a convincing sequence rather than a row of identical poses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCollectors can build outward from this piece with Chinese guards, mounted soldiers, standards and fortifications, letting each addition contribute a different aspect of the setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe piece also invites an appreciation of the meeting of military history and legendary personalities. It is a useful reminder that a historical scene can be told through an individual detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether displayed alone or built into a larger diorama, it offers an approachable way to add a fresh moment to the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow available from The Military Workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"King \u0026 Country","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53419487428890,"sku":"IC061","price":56.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/0154\/0890\/files\/IC061.jpg?v=1794304346","url":"https:\/\/themilitaryworkshop.com\/products\/ic061","provider":"The Military Workshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}