*French, WW1, Pair of Trench Art Vases Made from 75 DEC Shell Cases, Dated 1917 (2)*
Approximate measurements: 28cm tall x 8.5cxm base diameter
A pair of 75mm Canone de Campagne (75mm Field gun) shell cases that have been embellished with a lily and crenelated top. Both are dated 1917.
Marked:
Vase decorated with a flower
75 DEC
PDPs 1984 L 17 R
PDPs likely for Pinchart Deny à Paris, France, Lot 1984, Made in 1917, R is for the metal manufacturer
Vase decorated with a flower and heart
75 DEC
A. RS L 733 17 D
A. RS likely for Ateliers de Construction de Rennes, France, Lot 733, Made in 1917, D is for the metal manufacturer
*Condition*
A fascinating piece of history. Excellent condition with wonderful detail. Primers removed. Please see photographs as part of the condition report.
