Pair of WW1 Trench Art Vases, German Brass Antique Militaria 8cm M5

Add a remarkable piece of military history to your collection with this pair of WW1 brass trench art vases. Handcrafted from German shell cases, these vases are authentic examples of trench art, created by soldiers or workshop troops during or shortly after the First World War.

Each vase is uniquely decorated and shaped, bearing the marks of its century-long history. Lightly polished but still showing age-related wear such as dents, scratches, and patina, these pieces embody the raw character of wartime relics.

Sourced in the Somme region of France, these vases are not reproductions but genuine WW1 artifacts – perfect for collectors of militaria, antiques, or historical memorabilia.

🔑 Key Features:

• Original WW1 trench art vases
• Made from German brass shell cases
• Used in the 8 cm Feldkanone M.5  field gun utilised by Austria-Hungary during World War I
• Hand-formed and decorated – each piece unique
• Lightly polished, with natural patina and wear
• Purchased from a French market in the Somme
• Excellent addition for militaria or trench art collectors

📏 Dimensions:

• Height: 22.5cm (approx.)
• Base diameter: 8.5cm
• Top diameter: 7.5cm
• Weight (pair, unpacked): 1.9kg

🌿 Please Remember:  These are over 100 years old and have been sourced in the Battlefields of the Somme - they are genuine historical pieces which will show signs of their age. Please note: These are over 100 years old and have been fired.

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