Sold at Austin Auction Gallery

(6) French Wwi-Era Trench Art Artillery Shell Vases

Price realized
$488
Pre-sale estimate
$200 – $400
Hammer price
$400
Category
Metal & Woodwork
Sold
July 13, 2024
Sale
DAY 3- JULY 2024 Fine Antiques & Estates 3-Day Auction Event

Lot description

(lot of 6) French WWI-era trench art vases, fashioned from artillery shells, including: (pair) having scalloped rim over pierced diamond trim, dimpled sides, (pair) with flared rim over dotted body, central shield among repousse foliate motifs, (pair) with repousse pine branch motifs, respectively inscribed 1914-1915 and 1916-1917, largest: approx 13"h, 3.5"diam, 17lbs total

This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.