Hubac's Historian Posted February 24, 2018 Share #91 Posted February 24, 2018 (edited) Beautifully done, Michel! What is your plan for the seats of ease at the head? It has always seemed to me that the roundhouses on the Tanneron model really belong in the 18th century, and not the latter 17th C. Has your research pointed you in any definitive direction? Would the arrangement of Frolich's L'Ambiteaux be more appropriate, for example? Edited February 25, 2018 by Hubac'sHistorian mtaylor, EJ_L and FrankWouts 3 Quote We are all works in progress, all of the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
druxey Posted February 25, 2018 Share #92 Posted February 25, 2018 Magnifique, monsieur! That looks terrific, Michel. EJ_L, FrankWouts and Hubac's Historian 3 Quote Be sure to sign up for an epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series http://trafalgar.tv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michel saunier Posted February 25, 2018 Author Share #93 Posted February 25, 2018 Hello and thank you for the compliment Indeed, the stools in a rotunda are not 17th century and rather English. The reclining seats of the Royal Sun will be double as on the Ambitieux which is of the same time and the same site of Brest. This is part of the ongoing construction stage of the foal grating floor. But I have at the same time to finish the decorations of the smooth and squat (Heads of lion and paws, sea horse on the top of the herpes and, hunk, the naiades against the horse of bow and behind the herpes. See you soon Michel Jeronimo, EJ_L, FrankWouts and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michel saunier Posted February 25, 2018 Author Share #94 Posted February 25, 2018 Landrotten Highlander, FrankWouts, Hubac's Historian and 11 others 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michel saunier Posted May 8, 2018 Author Share #95 Posted May 8, 2018 On 25/02/2018 at 12:59 AM, Hubac'sHistorian said: Beautifully done, Michel! What is your plan for the seats of ease at the head? It has always seemed to me that the roundhouses on the Tanneron model really belong in the 18th century, and not the latter 17th C. Has your research pointed you in any definitive direction? Would the arrangement of Frolich's L'Ambiteaux be more appropriate, for example? FrankWouts 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michel saunier Posted May 8, 2018 Author Share #96 Posted May 8, 2018 Some work on the rear deck. Two cannons of 4 that remain to be rigged, the officer's rooms, the chicken coops. Finishing of the cages with the fittings of the trap doors and the mooring rings. In anticipation the sculptures of the bow and the railings of the foreheads of the fellows and dunette. See you soon Michel Chambres sur dunette du SR2.pptx druxey, rtwpsom2, oneslim and 18 others 21 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michel saunier Posted August 17, 2018 Author Share #97 Posted August 17, 2018 On 2/25/2018 at 12:59 AM, Hubac'sHistorian said: Beautifully done, Michel! What is your plan for the seats of ease at the head? It has always seemed to me that the roundhouses on the Tanneron model really belong in the 18th century, and not the latter 17th C. Has your research pointed you in any definitive direction? Would the arrangement of Frolich's L'Ambiteaux be more appropriate, for example? EJ_L and FrankWouts 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michel saunier Posted August 17, 2018 Author Share #98 Posted August 17, 2018 Hello everyone Progression on the bow. Realization of different sculptures, horse's head on the crown of the herpes, rider leaning against the sea horse of the figurehead, Naiade behind the herpe.Figures and overview Friendships Miche Isaiah, kees de mol, druxey and 25 others 26 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hubac's Historian Posted August 17, 2018 Share #99 Posted August 17, 2018 (edited) The way that last shot of the bow is cropped is a great impression of what she would look like afloat on her waterline. Beautiful work, Michel! I particularly like the horsehead above the “herpes,” and the figurehead is nicely balanced, now, with it’s riding figures. Edited August 17, 2018 by Hubac's Historian EJ_L and mtaylor 2 Quote We are all works in progress, all of the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michel saunier Posted November 20, 2018 Author Share #100 Posted November 20, 2018 On 2/25/2018 at 12:59 AM, Hubac'sHistorian said: Beautifully done, Michel! What is your plan for the seats of ease at the head? It has always seemed to me that the roundhouses on the Tanneron model really belong in the 18th century, and not the latter 17th C. Has your research pointed you in any definitive direction? Would the arrangement of Frolich's L'Ambiteaux be more appropriate, for example? FrankWouts 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michel saunier Posted November 20, 2018 Author Share #101 Posted November 20, 2018 Other finitions paulsutcliffe, GrandpaPhil, Jeronimo and 16 others 19 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michel saunier Posted November 20, 2018 Author Share #102 Posted November 20, 2018 Other Congres Rochefort International Archi, CiscoH, tadheus and 29 others 32 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
druxey Posted November 20, 2018 Share #103 Posted November 20, 2018 Formidable, monsieur! Very impressive decorative detail, Michel. EJ_L, mtaylor, Hubac's Historian and 2 others 5 Quote Be sure to sign up for an epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series http://trafalgar.tv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heinrich der Seefahrer Posted January 4, 2019 Share #104 Posted January 4, 2019 Hello Michel! Marvelous work you do! Thank you very much for sharing! Best wishes from Berlin, yours Henri EJ_L, FrankWouts and mtaylor 3 Quote "Let's add every day 1/2 hour of modelship building to our projects' progress..." Take care! Christian Heinrich simple, true and inpretentious motto of ROYAL LOUIS, 1668 Sunking's mediter. flagship most decorated ocean-going ship Ships on build: SAINT PHILIPPE, 1693: 1st rang French 90-gun ship - Lavente flagship (based on Heller SR - 1/92 & scratch in 1/64) TONNANT, 1693: 1st rang French 90-gun ship - sister of SAINT PHILIPPE (mock-up/test-object for S.P. - scratch in 1/64) Projects in planing: L'AURORE, 1766: French Pleasure Corvette (after Ancre plans - scatch in 1/64) Some Spantaneous Short Term Projects Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwiederrich Posted January 4, 2019 Share #105 Posted January 4, 2019 Just fantastic... Rob mtaylor, FrankWouts and EJ_L 3 Quote Current build: Build log: https://modelshipworld.com/topic/25382-glory-of-the-seas-medium-clipper-1869-by-rwiederrich-196 Finished build: Build log: of 1/128th Great Republic: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php/topic/13740-great-republic-by-rwiederrich-four-masted-extreme-clipper-1853/# Current build(On hold): Build log: 1/96 Donald McKay:http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/4522-donald-mckay-medium-clipper-by-rwiederrich-1855/ Completed build: http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/gallery/album/475-196-cutty-sark-plastic/ The LORD said, "See, I have set (them) aside...with skills of all kinds, to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver, and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yvesvidal Posted January 4, 2019 Share #106 Posted January 4, 2019 Michel ce modele est absolument fantastique. Digne du Musee de La Marine. Yves FrankWouts, EJ_L, druxey and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael mott Posted January 4, 2019 Share #107 Posted January 4, 2019 Exquisite workmanship Michel Thank you for sharing it with us. Michael FrankWouts, EJ_L, mtaylor and 1 other 4 Quote Current builds Bristol Pilot Cutter 1:8; Skipjack 19 foot Launch 1:8; Herreshoff Buzzards Bay 14 1:8 Other projects Pilot Cutter 1:500 ; Maria, 1:2 Now just a memory Future model Gill Smith Catboat Pauline 1:8 Finished projects A Bassett Lowke steamship Albertic 1:100 Anything you can imagine is possible, when you put your mind to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulises Victoria Posted January 4, 2019 Share #108 Posted January 4, 2019 Beautiful and well done beyond words. I am truly speechless and humbled at your build. Best regards!!! mtaylor, EJ_L and FrankWouts 3 Quote There aren't but two options: do it FAST, or do it RIGHT. Current Project Build Log: Soleil Royal in 1/72. Kit by Artesania Latina. Last finished projects: Royal Ship Vasa 1628; French Vessel Royal Louis 1780. 1/90 Scale by Mamoli. 120 Cannons Future projects already in my stash: Panart: San Felipe 1/75; OcCre: Santísima Trinidad 1/90; Wish List: 1/64 Amati Victory, HMS Enterprise in 1/48 by CAF models. So much to build, so little time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hubac's Historian Posted February 14, 2022 Share #109 Posted February 14, 2022 (edited) I realize that a number of you following this build may not be aware that Michel Saunier passed away, earlier this month. Michel had been working diligently to complete his masterwork, however, a fatal heart attack robbed him of that opportunity. His loss, among the worldwide community of ship-modelers, is deeply felt by people such as myself and many others whom Michel helped along our way with his deep knowledge and advice. Following funeral services for Michel, on February 7th, Marc Yeu was invited back to the family home and afforded the opportunity to photograph the model one last time. While it remains a possibility that one of Michel’s children will be inspired, some day, to complete the model, Michel’s Soleil Royal will virtually disappear from public view. Marc Yeu has granted me permission to post his high-res photographs, and it seemed to me that Michel’s own build-log was the most sensible place to do so. Marc captured numerous angles so that this photo essay is an invaluable and enduring resource to all who are interested in this ship, and contemporaries of her time. As Marc commented to me, just recently - regarded in its entirety, it truly is a staggering piece of work! Enjoy these pictures, mes amis: photos courtesy of Marc Yeu, AKA Nek0 Edited February 14, 2022 by Hubac's Historian Theodosius, Ainars, EJ_L and 19 others 12 2 8 Quote We are all works in progress, all of the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian_Grant Posted February 14, 2022 Share #110 Posted February 14, 2022 (edited) Condolences to the family. What a pity Monsieur Saunier did not have the chance to complete his work of art. Comparable to an author passing away part way through writing a masterpiece (think "The Master Mariner Book II"). His family will always wonder what might have been, at the same time as having this magnificent reminder of him. Edited February 14, 2022 by Ian_Grant Siggi52, EJ_L, Hubac's Historian and 5 others 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccoyle Posted February 18, 2022 Share #111 Posted February 18, 2022 18 minutes ago, popash42 said: Dear Michel you are doing amazing things, it's looks beautiful model You might have missed the announcement that Michel recently passed away. mtaylor, popash42, druxey and 1 other 3 1 Quote Chris Coyle Greer, South Carolina When you have to shoot, shoot. Don't talk. - Tuco Current builds: Brigantine Phoenix, Bf 109E-7/trop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popash42 Posted February 18, 2022 Share #112 Posted February 18, 2022 (edited) 4 hours ago, ccoyle said: You might have missed the announcement that Michel recently passed away. I did miss this unfortunate news, it's a sad to lose a good and so talented person.😔 Edited February 18, 2022 by popash42 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nek0 Posted March 15, 2022 Share #113 Posted March 15, 2022 Thank you Marc for posting the pics, his work will be remembered ! Hubac's Historian, mtaylor and EJ_L 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hubac's Historian Posted March 15, 2022 Share #114 Posted March 15, 2022 Marc - thank you for granting me access to your pics and permission to post them. I’ve been in contact, recently, with another modeler from the UK who was also a great admirer of Michel’s work. He had just recently learned of Michel’s passing and was very saddened by the news. mtaylor and EJ_L 2 Quote We are all works in progress, all of the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allanyed Posted March 16, 2022 Share #115 Posted March 16, 2022 Thank you very much for posting these photos. If ever there was an inspiration in ship modeling, this is certainly a top contender. Allan Hubac's Historian and EJ_L 2 Quote PLEASE take 30 SECONDS and sign up for the epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series. Click on http://trafalgar.tv There is no cost other than the 30 seconds of your time. THANK YOU Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
druxey Posted March 19, 2022 Share #116 Posted March 19, 2022 It is indeed sad that we have lost such a talent. I was wondering if another expert French model-maker might pick up the torch and complete this masterwork, if his family is amenable to the idea. mtaylor, Hubac's Historian and EJ_L 3 Quote Be sure to sign up for an epic Nelson/Trafalgar project if you would like to see it made into a TV series http://trafalgar.tv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Morrison Posted March 20, 2022 Share #117 Posted March 20, 2022 God Bless Michel and his family! Bill Hubac's Historian, mtaylor and EJ_L 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
димитрий Posted September 21, 2022 Share #118 Posted September 21, 2022 On 20.05.2017 at 22:53, michel saunier said: Посмотрите на этот документ, который показывает жизнь на борту этих больших судов. http://www.musee-marine.fr/programmes_multimedia/vieabord/ не могли бы прислать чертежи данной пушки Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yancovitch Posted September 27, 2022 Share #119 Posted September 27, 2022 (edited) just found this..........i'm gonna be sick.......don't know how many lifetimes i have to go through, before i could produce something like that....yikes!....i just can't look at it anymore😄........ here's another elite modeler which i've discovered.... all i can say is thank god for these people who show such respect for life......it's one of the few signs that there's still hope for this world of instant gratification............... Edited September 27, 2022 by yancovitch mtaylor, Hubac's Historian, EJ_L and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtaylor Posted September 27, 2022 Share #120 Posted September 27, 2022 38 minutes ago, yancovitch said: just found this..........i'm gonna be sick.......don't know how many lifetimes i have to go through, before i could produce something like that....yikes!....i just can't look at it anymore😄........ here's another elite modeler which i've discovered.... all i can say is thank god for these people who show such respect for life......it's one of the few signs that there's still hope for this world of instant gratification............... Well said and I'm in total agreement. Hubac's Historian and EJ_L 2 Quote Mark "The shipwright is slow, but the wood is patient." - me Current Build: Past Builds: La Belle Poule 1765 - French Frigate from ANCRE plans - ON HOLD Triton Cross-Section NRG Hallf Hull Planking Kit HMS Sphinx 1775 - Vanguard Models - 1:64 Non-Ship Model: On hold, maybe forever: CH-53 Sikorsky - 1:48 - Revell - Completed Licorne - 1755 from Hahn Plans (Scratch) Version 2.0 (Abandoned) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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