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An extraordinary example of WWI Trench Art, this 1917-dated 75mm brass artillery shell has been painstakingly hand-transformed into a stunning …
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An extraordinary example of WWI Trench Art, this 1917-dated 75mm brass artillery shell has been painstakingly hand-transformed into a stunning decorative vase. The piece features a highly detailed, high-relief dragon motif that wraps around the cylindrical body, set against a meticulously stippled background for a beautiful textural contrast.
The base is clearly stamped "75mm GUN" and dated 1917, marking it as a relic from the height of the Great War. This piece represents the incredible skill and patience of soldiers or artisans who repurposed wartime materials into lasting works of folk art. It boasts a warm, aged brass patina and is in excellent vintage condition with minor signs of wear consistent with its 100+ year history.
Key Specifications
Period: 1910s (Dated 1917)
Style: Folk Art / Industrial / Militaria
Materials: Brass
Condition: Excellent vintage condition (noting the natural patina and historical markings).
Trench Art, WWI Memorabilia, Brass Dragon Vase, Military Folk Art, 1917 Artillery Shell, Chinoiserie Decor, Statement Piece, French Antiques
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- Dimensions
- 4ʺW × 4ʺD × 26ʺH
- Styles
- French
- Period
- 1910s
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Shell
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brass
- Condition Notes
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition (noting the natural patina and historical markings) Condition: Excellent vintage condition (noting the natural patina and historical markings) less
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