Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this piece to the 1870s.
His costume would represent the 11th-13th century. He has metal articulated boots and chain mail Armor with a leather decorated tunic and a red cloth cloak. He wears his crown with a cloth neck veil to protect against the sun.

This very unusual piece was made in the mid-19th century, carved from pine and finished in gesso and polychrome painted in fine detail. It is in good original condition with age related patination and wears.
This piece is presented on a slightly later ebonized wooden stand, circa 1870
Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this piece to the 1870s.
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