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German General's Leather HelmetGerman General's Leather Helmet
Lot #: 59
Purportedly Kaiser Wilhelm II Foyer Helmet Shelf

In castle Rheinstein, Germany. The last German Emperor, Wilhelm II, was born as Frederick Wilhelm Albert Victor in Potsdam Jan 27, 1859. He became the German Emperor (Kaiser) and King of Prussia from 15 June 1888 - 9 November 1918. 9 x 5 in. small oil painting of the coronation of King, which includes angel crowning Wilhelm on tower. On black horse, father Wilhelm I, next to him Bismark, the king of Australia, Frans Joseph II, other banners and flags include imperial standard of Prussia. Also, in 3 oval panels, with mother of pearl floral work - Cherubs carrying crown. Painting called Apotheosis of Wilhelm II by Professor Ferdinand Keller - reference "Germany's Iron Chancellor" by Bruno Garlepp. With book "The Memory of the Great Emperor".

48 x 29 in.
Provenance
The collection of Joseph & Betty Ann Zyla, Clinton, New York.
Condition
Some loss to one edge and some age separation. Very good.
Auction Date
Nov 13, 2020
Estimate: $5,000-$8,000

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Lot #: 60
German General's Leather Helmet

circa 1904. with front eagle and silver starburst plate indicating high General rank. Has tall black horse hair parade bush leather internal lining. Stamped 'W. LCK 191' Karl Weigert manufacturer of general helmets. White silk lining, showing wear. Gold wash brass chin scales.

Ht. 13 in.
Provenance
The collection of Joseph & Betty Ann Zyla, Clinton, New York.
Auction Date
Nov 13, 2020
Estimate: $3,000-$5,000

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