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Leonidas was a fifth century Spartan military king whose stand against the invading Persian army at the pass of Thermopylae in central Greece is one of the enduring tales of Greek heroism, invoked throughout Western history as the epitome of bravery exhibited against overwhelming odds. NOTE: The spear is packaged on the outside of the styrofoam that contains the statue. It makes a great gift for history buffs and looks wonderful displayed in your home or office. The bronzed finish emphasizes the detail of the piece from the texture of the grass he stands on to the markings on the shield. Statue measures 13 3/8 inches tall, 11inches wide, 5 inches deep and the bottom of the base is lined with felt to prevent it from scratching delicate surfaces.
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The special production process of this piece originated in Great Britain and uses actual bronze powder mixed with cold cast resin in order to ensures a richer and more authentic presentation. This extremely detailed and well made statue is made of cold cast bronze.