Dave Ballard's Ape Conqueror

Painted and styled by Dave Ballard

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Ape Conqueror

1/8 scale resin

Sculpted by Sean Nagle

Produced by Nagleworks

Dave's notes:

Gorgeous sculpture by Sean Nagle, who also did the Deadeye kit. Trivial fact: this was the first item I ever imported from overseas. This was back in the days where you could do such things without consulting with your Bank Manager first!

The armour would suggest it's a study of General Ursus, and the rifle being held over the head is possibly inspired by the TV show (and I've often wondered if that a subtle nod to the statue of Liberty holding up her torch).

It was the first time I ever painted a horse, and I'm quite pleased with the result. A mixture of spray can and chalk pastels—this was pre-airbrush days.

A huge chunk of resin for a base that could have taught WETA a thing or two.



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