HK315M - The Chinese Classroom (Matt) D-Day Close-combat infantry in jungle fighting

Close-combat infantry in jungle fighting

and skill required of an accomplished rifleman

with the warrior advancing forward behind his large round shield

It reflects the way ancient Greeks incorporated legends and cultural values into their military equipment

Beautifully sculpted with lifelike detail and finished with exceptional care

HK315M - The Chinese Classroom (Matt) D-Day Close-combat infantry in jungle fightingThis little scene depicts one of the many private schools established during the latter part of the 19th Century for the sons of gentle folk in Colonial Hong Kong. As the elderly teacher examines the work of one pupil other pupils are variously occupied being mischievous, paying attention or, in one case, enojoying a nap on his desk! In addition to the 7 figures there are 6 desks and bench seats for the pupils as well as a teacher's table and chair, a