Details
- Dimensions
- 4.5ʺW × 4.5ʺD × 15ʺH
- Styles
- French
- Period
- 1910s
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
Shop Sustainably with Chairish
- Materials
- Brass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brass
- Condition Notes
- Great condition with minor imperfections. Great condition with minor imperfections. less
- Description
- This Extra Large Antique Brass Artillery Shell, crafted by soldiers in the trenches of France during World War I, carries … more This Extra Large Antique Brass Artillery Shell, crafted by soldiers in the trenches of France during World War I, carries a poignant blend of history and personal expression. Originally a functional component of wartime artillery, it has been meticulously transformed into a unique trench art piece. The intricate hand-carved design reflects the soldiers’ attempts to bring beauty and humanity to the grim realities of war. The rich patina of the brass, aged over a century, enhances the detailed craftsmanship, making this shell not just a relic of war, but a testament to the resilience and creativity of those who served. Its large, imposing size, combined with its deeply personal origin, makes it a rare and compelling artifact for any collector or enthusiast of WWI memorabilia. less
Questions about the item?
Featured Promoted Listings
Related Collections
- Abingdon Vases
- Crystal Orrefors Vases
- Blue Wedgwood Vases
- Carl Sorensen Vases
- Crystal Rosenthal Vases
- Glass Murano Vases
- Guzzini Vases
- Blue Kosta Boda Vases
- Amber Glass Vases
- Silver Art Deco Vases
- Ancient Roman Vases
- Vistosi Murano Vases
- Lino Tagliapietra Vases
- Acrylic Paint Vases
- Black Rosenthal Vases
- Crystal Mikasa Vases
- Red Murano Vases
- Ficks Reed Vases
- Orange Viking Glass Company Vases
- Blue Fenton Art Glass Company Vases
- Glass Iittala Vases
- Japanese Cloisonné Vases
- Bunny Williams Home Vases
- Glass Kosta Boda Vases
- Blue Chinoiserie Vases