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Porcelain and Glass
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Beautiful Cup and Saucer depicting the Iron Cross (Item KGLASS 3-1) |
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| DESCRIPTION: Here is a nice little piece of Germanic culture and refinement. It is a gorgeous cup and saucer by a Bavarian company named Königl. Priv. Tettau. We believe the abbreviation “Königl.” stands for Königlishes and would indicate the possibility that this set had been intended for Royal usage. Another indication of its special treatment are the numbers under the glaze on the edge, and its good stamping. In any case, the two pieces are quite striking an appearance with the golden laurel wreath all around the subjects. Especially interesting is the crowned empire eagle that forms part of the handle. Exquisite!
PRICE: $380.00 |
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Commemorative Plate of the Hussar Regiment Pommersches Nr. 5 (Item KGLASS 3-2) |
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| DESCRIPTION: This famed Hussar Regt. was named KGL Königslische Prussian Hussar Rgt. Fürst (Prince) Blucher von Wahlstaat Pommersches Nr.5 named after Marshal Blucher the man who led many a daring charge. History records that the most important one was when he and his “children” Prussian Hussars” tore headlong into Napoleon’s troops at Waterloo and saved Wellington. They brought about the victory and saved the day for the “Iron Duke” who would have lost, and lost totally, without the famed “Marshal Vorwärts” (marshal forward) as his troops named him. The dish depicts a skeleton reposing with his smile of death and under this are the words in Latin “VINCERE AVT MORI,” which translated means “Conquer or die.” This fits in with the leering skull worn by Hussars ever since 1758. the symbolism always connected with elite troops which numbered also the Third Reich SS troops who carried this meaning with the display of the death's head (Totenkopf). Actually, special regiments worldwide use the skull as a reminder of death or glory including the 17th and 21st Lancers of the British Army (the charge of the Light Brigade, Britain's elite cavalry unit). The plate measures 9 1/2 inches in diameter and is in beautiful, perfect shape. There are no nicks or scratches. This is a macabre yet great-looking item of the glory days of European militarism.
PRICE: $298.00 |
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Art Plate Commemorating Marine Infantry Regiment No. 1 (Item KGLASS 3-3; WWI 10-9; KRIEG 8-2) |
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| DESCRIPTION: This is a really beautiful porcelain plate or dish that is from the marine infantry detachments under the Kaiser's Kriegsmarine (Kaiserlichmarine). This is for Regiment Number One, the elite of the fighting troops of the navy. These were the man who armed themselves like army personnel, who would do all that was needed to be done when it came to nonshipboard action like clearing beachheads and wiping out enemy artillery nests and communications installations. They were tough and resourceful and a necessary unit to back up successful naval maneuvers. Plate is in good condition and rare.
PRICE: $225.00 |
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DESCRIPTION: Here is a beautiful little ashtray that belonged to A. Ströhlein, who must have served in the German Southwest Africa Cavalry from 1904-1906. Along the edge are initials that work out to “Zur Erinnurung an mein Dienstzeit,” which translate to “In memory of my service time in Southwest Africa.” The ashtray is shaped and resembles a horseshoe and a miniature cavalry sword combine to demonstrate that this man was probably a Deutsche Reiter or cavalry officer. The piece is about 6 inches long and 4 1/4 inches wide. Two chips are slightly visible from the front. It’s very colorful and SWA items are extremely scarce. There are no company or maker’s marks. At this stage we will have to say this unique, possibly custom made for Herr or officer Ströhlein. It’s certainly a beautiful little 100-year-old piece of early kitsch-style art.
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PRICE: $225.00
Please refer to item designator in parentheses in all correspondence. Please E-mail for any additional information you may need.If you prefer, contact 'Germania' at PO Box 68, Lakemont, GA 30552 or call at 706.782.1668. Please! do not call during the wee hours of the morning. The best time for calling us is between 9 and 11 am and between 9 and 11 pm eastern time. |
