{"product_id":"ic062","title":"IC062 - Horseman Sword Forward  | King \u0026 Country","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIC062 - Horseman Sword Forward | King \u0026amp; Country\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdd another chapter to the Imperial China collection with Horseman Sword Forward, a subject suited to a thoughtful historical vignette.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSituated in Chinese dynastic armies and legendary military figures, the piece rewards attention to the people and events around it. 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\u003eHorseman Sword Forward gives the scene a clear sense of movement on horseback. Mounted subjects bring a different shape to the composition and create opportunities for pairing with officers, patrols or a larger formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA mounted subject immediately introduces motion and a different level within the scene. Cavalry and horsemen can be presented on patrol, at the halt or caught in the urgency of action.\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\u003eConsider the direction of the mount when arranging a group: a line of movement helps a small number of figures suggest a much larger formation. Officers and dismounted troops can reinforce the moment.\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 historical interest extends beyond the title: it is also about the meeting of military history and legendary personalities. That perspective can help guide a more personal collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is equally suitable as a stand-alone subject or as one part of a carefully arranged story from the same range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow available from The Military Workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"King \u0026 Country","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53419487527194,"sku":"IC062","price":160.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/0154\/0890\/files\/IC062.jpg?v=1794304348","url":"https:\/\/themilitaryworkshop.com\/products\/ic062","provider":"The Military Workshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}