Following my tour of Iron Claw's Space Pirates, I have a bonus Bob Olley miniature for fans of his work: one of the fabulous uncatalogued "Sanctioned Psykers" from the Rogue Trader era.
Look at that head! That half-cape! Those high-waisted pants!
I would love to have more information on this miniature, but I can't get much out of the Stuff of Legends or the wiki for Collecting Citadel Miniatures. I'm not sure of the year of production, or whether it was released under the imprimatur of Citadel or Iron Claw. I am guessing that this sculpt is post-1988 because the model is carrying a regulation laspistol. All of Bob's other sculpts from 1987-1988 feature weapons that are well-outside the standard WH40K formats, which became more standardized as time went on.
If you, dear reader, have any insight into the provenance of this miniature, I'd love to hear from you in the comments.
And if you are a Bob Olley fan, don't forget that he is still sculpting and selling original miniatures.
Excellent work on this Bob Olley sculpt, the skin tones, and checked pants really give him a unique character that is perfect for Rogue Trader.
ReplyDeleteThanks Dave. Nothing says Rogue Trader like a chequerboard pattern!
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Anorher beautiful looking classic miniatures!
ReplyDeleteLove it!
Thanks Michal! Always happy when you stop by.
DeleteBelieve It or not.... I have finished painting this same psyker today.
ReplyDeletePic please! Can't wait to see.
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Oh, what a bold paintjob, it's simply just what this mini needed. Pure genius!
ReplyDeleteMuch appreciated, Suber!
DeleteAlways liked this sculpt - about as Olley as it gets.
ReplyDeleteHis trousers are just bonkers, which is perfect for an RT Psyker!
Exposure to the warp has strange effects on one's sense of fashion.
DeleteI love your blog and want to support you, but Bob Olley sculpts make me feel unwell.
ReplyDeleteHowever, it is great that you love it.
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DeleteSo awesome. Love this guy (the checkered tights are the chef's kiss). Though he may be a legal psyker, I'm sure his fashion sense faces sanctions across seven systems. ;)
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