Germany, Imperial. A Trench Art Cigarette Case, Owner-Attributed Example United Republic of reclining right

reclining right

the outlines of the “cracks” on the forehead are shallow”

Both badges are die-stamped silvered metal

the other two with drill holes

measuring 106 mm x 58 mm

Germany, Imperial. A Trench Art Cigarette Case, Owner-Attributed Example United Republic of reclining right(Zigarettenetui). Constructed magnetic steel, consisting of a two piece shell joined together with a functional swivel hinge, the cover bearing a raised 1914 Iron Cross, the interior retaining a black rayon strap to secure the content in place, bearing a handwritten owners name of KARL URBAN, closing with a functional snap button with exterior stud release, unmarked, measuring 98 mm (w) x 130 mm (h), with oxidation evident throughout the exterior, an