Czechoslovakia. A Trench Art Brass Shell Hold marked OLC

marked OLC

Böhmer was wounded by shrapnel and remained away from the front until May 1942

with a field-grey wool reverse lining

at the alleged age of 21 (he was actually 17

Fullsize (in bronze gilt

Czechoslovakia. A Trench Art Brass Shell Hold marked OLCA Czechoslovakian trench art brass shell, showcasing a large Second World War period shell, the exterior featuring detailed tropical scenery in the form of a palm tree and wetland with a large bird appearing to be a greater flamingo (indicating service in the Mediterranean, Balkan, or Black Sea regions), the base featuring Soviet calibre stamps, measuring 125 mm (w) x 380 mm (h), in extremely fine condition.