Posted 10 months ago
scottvez
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This is a WW1 trench art shell with stylized Egyptian motifs.
The entire shell is decorated with pyramids, palm trees, animals and even ancient people. Well crafted and a style not often encountered.
Probably crafted and retailed in a major city such as Cairo, during the war or soon after.
This example went home with a British soldier.
It has seen a hard life. It was dropped and dinged at the base and has a long surface crack. It also suffered through years of polish (typical of English shells) and now is developing a dark patina.
My photos of my trench art— do not copy or use my photos in any manner without permission.
scott
What a story it could tell.
Another great trench art piece Scott!!
Thanks paul , kev, scott and drag.
scott
so well done .....
Thanks kiva and vetraio.
scott
Thanks for looking vcal.
scott
Thanks drake and kwqd.
scott