Pierre André de Suffren (1729-1788). The “Bailli de Suffren” is considered the greatest military leader of the “La Royale”. His career began during the reign of Louis XV, but it was under Louis XVI that he inflicted on the Royal Navy a series of naval defeats that brought him glory. Ancient manufacture of Gustave Vertunni, France, circa 1940. Solid lead figurine. Scale 55mm at the eye line. Overall height: 60 – 65mm.