Pierre Daumesnil (1776-1832). Brigadier General and Baron of the Empire, he was in every battle, from Egypt to Wagram where his leg was blown off by a cannonball. He created his legend by defending the Château de Vincennes against all odds. Old manufacture of Gustave Vertunni, France, around 1940. Solid lead figurine. Scale 55mm to the eye line. Overall height : 60 – 65mm.