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The bronze depicts a World War 1 soldier with all of his gear. The soldier is holding up in his left hand a very well detailed spiked helmet. The bronze is all finished in a fine black color. At the base there is a presentation plaque that reads “Das Offizier-Korp der K. B. unteroffizier Schule / seinem scheidenden Kamarader Obr. Lt. Leeb / 26.10.04 - 30.9.07”. This essentially translates from the Officer Corps of the NCO school to our retiring or transferred Comrade Oberleutnant Leeb” and then the date. I believe that Leeb was an instructor at this school for this time. In looking over the bronze under the left arm I believe I see a repair but it is so well done that perhaps it is part of the original bronze as I know sometimes these items were made in separate pieces but I don’t know for sure. You might ask yourself why is the bronze given to just the name “Leeb”. This is because Leeb moved up in ranks very quickly during WW1 and he was the recipient of the Order of Max Josef which was the Bavarian equivalent of the Pour le Merite. Along with this order came an automatic title of “nobility” so Wilhelm Leeb became Wilhelm Ritter von Leeb. Obviously since he had not yet gained this title it is not included on this trophy presented before this time. By World War Two Ritter von Leeb had already worked his way up to general rank and he was among the 16 high ranking officers that were retired by Hitler during the Blomberg Fritsch crisis. In 1939 he was recalled to duty at the age of 63 to command Army Group C on the Western Front. He was among the 12 General Field Marshals created by Hitler on July 9th 1940 after the victory over France. In March 41 Hitler assigned von Leeb to command the coming campaign against the Soviet Union. Von Leeb protested the armed forces were not ready for this gigantic task but to no avail. He later fell out with Hitler after recommending a retreat from Leningrad, a wise move which of course the strategic idiot Hitler was enraged by. He was subsequently forced into retirement by Hitler, in yet another in an endless series of displays of almost feminine spite. This is a very historic bronze, owned by a well known field marshal. A wonderful item for any advanced collection. Near Mint. $4,995.00
This limited edition print is numbered 191 of 1250 prints, the original painted by premier military aviation artist Jerry Crandall. "The Knight at Dawn" is signed by both Jerry as well as Luftwaffe ace Erich "Bubi" Hartmann. The limited run of 1250 prints was very popular and sold out long ago, making this piece a rare addition to any art collection. Hartmann was the most successful fighter ace in the history of aerial warfare. He flew 1,404 combat missions and participated in aerial combat on 825 separate occasions. The print was produced in 1991, only two years before Hartmann's death in 1993. I've included a link to his Wikipedia page as attempting to summarize his amazing career within the confines of an item description would be impossible. I don't know enough about German fighter planes to describe the piece in a way that does it justice; I will let our pictures do the talking. Suffice it to say that the Crandell depicts these machines of war with both high skill and loving detail against a very atmospheric backdrop. It depicts the Blond Knight and members of his wing taking off from a mist shrouded airfield at dawn, and does so in masterful fashion. An extremely fine post-war print here, and autographed by one of the most famous German aces of all time. Hartmann's autograph alone is worth the price of admission! Excellent. $995.00 ART #44347C Bronze Hitler Bust
Excellent Plus. $9,995.00 ART #45018 SS-LAH Gymnastic 1st Prize from Licterfelde Barracks Berlin
A great and very rare one-of-a kind bronze here that is just waiting for the opportunity to decorate its next owner's advanced SS collection. A very fine original item here. Excellent Plus. $2,795.00 ART #40413 Grenadier Statue
The soldier is rendered in the act of preparing to lob a stick grenade. The detailing to the uniform are superb. The face of the grenadier is extraordinarily done, capturing a look of concentration as he readies himself to fling his deadly potato masher. Four additional grenades hang from his belt, along with ammo pouches, a canteen and bread bag, and a gas mask canister. The boots are also nicely detailed, as is the bayonet which is partially hidden the his brace of grenades. The helmet has the "Frankenstein" style rivets and no breast eagle on the uniform so this probably dates from the early 1930's, although I hesitate to say this with certainty after allowing for artistic license. The pedestal base is professionally engraved "Z. Erinnerung / an / meine / 12 / jähr / Dienstzeit / d. Kamaraden d. 2 Schwadron". This tränslates to something like, "In Memory of My 12 Years Service (with) My Comrades of the 2nd Squadron". An outstanding period art piece here, perfect to dress up your collection. Excellent Plus, Plus. $1,195.00 ART #44338C Etched Glass Röhm Portrait
Mint. $2,450.00 ART #40344 Grand Admiral Dönitz Portrait
The detailing to the Naval Eagle and swastika, wreath, and "scrambled eggs" on the brim are quite well done, as are the Field Marshall batons on this shoulder boards. He also wears his Knight's Cross with Oak leaves. The painting has some cracking but there are no cuts or repairs. It looks to be in the original wooden frame. It measures 27 inches by 24 inches. The reverse has a tag which reads "Kriegsmarine / Stützputst Pillau / Kasino". This painting was allegedly found hanging in the submarine base at Pillau. There is also an attached hanging wire, so it's ready to be hung up. A compelling piece of period art here. It is not expensive and would definitely add interest to a Navy Dagger collection. Excellent Plus. $1,195.00 ART #39905 White Marble Bust of Mussolini
An extended panel on the base reads “Benito Mussolini Dux”. I don’t see any other markings on this bust. A great item to add to an Italian Fascist dagger collection, or as a paperweight for bills you’d rather not look at. Near Mint. $495.00 ART #28469 Reservist Soldier Bust on Marble
As the name would imply, this is a silvered bust of a solfier. He has excellent detail to his helmet, face, collar tabs, pockets, and even the 3rd Reich eagle can be seen above the man’s right pocket. This depiction has a silver finish, and must of the original frosting still clings to it. The bust is mounted to a white marble base, having a white felt bottom. The base has a crack running through it, but does not look like it is going to separate any further. A nice looking desk piece here. Excellent Plus. $125.00 ART #37561C Hermann Göring Portrait Plaque
The image of Hermann is very well done, and he is looking to the viewer's left. This type of plaque would have been displayed in an office or the like. The reverse has a bracket for mounting the piece, and the bolt that hold the head in place is visible. A great item here to spice up your Luftwaffe collection. Excellent Plus. $495.00 ART #27319 Imperial Bavarian Framed Service Time Memory Board
Excellent Plus, Plus. $250.00 |