WW2, Trench Art, Brass Tulip Vase, Signed Hamel, Made from 105 MM M14 Type 1 Shell, dated 1943

*WW2, Trench Art, Brass Tulip Vase, Signed Hamel, Made from 105 MM M14 Type 1 Shell, dated 1943*

Brass shell vase with hammered brass effect and tulip top. Signed by Hamel who appears to have been a prolific and popular WW2 Trench Artist. Soldiers and prisoners of war created trench art using the remnants and secondary materials of wartime, providing a window not only into their sentiments and thoughts regarding the conflict but also shedding light on their environment and the resources at their disposal.

374mm x 118mm

*Condition*
This commemorative brass shell is in excellent condition with some minor age related wear and tear. Please see photographs as part of the condition report.

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