Tobacco jar made from a 4 5 Howitzer shell case
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Tobacco jar made from a 4 5 Howitzer shell case
Tobacco jar made from a 4.5 Howitzer shell case, dated 1915, with a matching lid. The base has copper handles and a copper inscription which reads Tobacco decorated with copper oak leaves. Copper items on lid of jar include miniature pipe, matchbox, tobacco pouch and handle. Trench Art
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Media ID 14152228
© David Cohen Fine Art/Mary Evans Picture Library
Case Copper Dated Handle Handles Howitzer Include Inscription Items Matchbox Matching Pipe Pouch Reads Shell Tobacco Trench Base Made
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "A Piece of Military History Transformed into a Tobacco Jar: A 1915 4.5 Howitzer Shell Case" This photograph showcases an extraordinary tobacco jar, meticulously crafted from a repurposed 4.5 Howitzer shell case, dated 1915. The jar's base and lid are seamlessly integrated from this historic military artifact, creating an intriguing fusion of history and functionality. The base of the tobacco jar is adorned with copper handles, adding both durability and an industrial aesthetic. The copper inscription on the jar reads "Tobacco," making its purpose clear. The jar's decorative elements are further enhanced with intricately crafted copper oak leaves, adding an elegant touch to this unique piece. The lid of the jar is equally impressive, featuring a miniature pipe, matchbox, tobacco pouch, and handle, all made from copper. These details not only add to the jar's charm but also pay homage to the era in which it was created. This tobacco jar is a prime example of trench art, a term used to describe items made by soldiers during wartime from discarded military materials. The creation of such items served as a means of entertainment, creativity, and even survival for soldiers during the long and arduous days and nights in the trenches of World War I (WW1) and World War II (WWII). The 4.5 Howitzer shell case tobacco jar is a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of soldiers during these conflicts. Its historical significance lies not only in its military origins but also in the unique story it tells of the people who crafted it and the time in which it was made.
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