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Dean Perdue #283173 05/26/2013 04:29 PM
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A few illustrations out of a 1928 lebensborn book, 1 being by Durer

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Small bookplate.

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Another Germania card.

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2 more postcards.

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Dean,

As I see them ...

Red beard Barbarossa dreams away the centuries, awakened again in June of 1941, Hitler's ill-fated invasion of Russia, "Operation Barbarossa."

A distant Germania beckons the nation's youth to arms.

Hard to translate Durer's caption, though, it looks like Death is making a bargain of some kind with the soldier..?

The wise young woman.

A great depiction of mirrored wolf images, possibly Fenrir, inspired by the old Nordic sagas?

Germania and her handmaidens beckon the warrior/statesman/hero with a poem to rescue the country from the Bolsheviks.
Who will lead us?

A stunning war eagle carrys the nation's sword against Belgium, most likely an early, 1914 postcard.

A humorous card that reads, "Deutschland über alles - daily song practice - today with music." The Austrian and German soldiers lead the defeated Allied choir. A bit premature but funny nevertheless.

Another brilliant selection from your vast collection of German art. Many thanks for sharing these fine images.

Best!

Bill

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Thank you once again for your input Bill.

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Baldur by Fahrenkrog.

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Odin

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Nice iron cross in the background detail.

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Posted in 1916.

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2 post imperial period works to throw in for a translation if possible. Thanks

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Dean,

You've done it again, so many great images to ponder. Many thanks!

Odin/Wotan - "The Cloud Wanderer"

"So it should befall the French rooster"

"The Liberator of the East" - Hindenburg

"Once again Lord in the aerie"

"Very sick, full of vermin was
And weak and sore the German eagle.
Yet he has molted and
Will soon be healed and healthy.
So he may powerfully wing upwards
And bring us closer to the sun
In the New Year,
Wishes Doctor R.Vare.

Scheidegg in Bavaria New Year's 1934"

This one's for Mikee, another rendering of Totentanz. This one is hand carved limewood, with lots of nice snakes and vermin to keep the old boy company. grin

Best regards!

Bill

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Bill!

WOW! WOW! WOW! Where in the heck did you find that? It looks just as good in Lindenholtz? as it does in ivory. The quality of carving is beyond superior. What a fantastic find! Must of cost a small fortune. Tell me more.

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What a great study in restoration of national pride under Hitler's rule on the New Year 1934 bookplate.
Thank you for the translation WWII.

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Dean,

You're more than welcome. We're indebted to you for sharing your wonderful collection ... wink

Mikee, JB - I thought some of us might like this sculpture, it certainly is a fine interpretation of death, having marvelous details. I had this image tucked away for some time, only wish I owned the actual carving. If memory serves, it's from a postcard that shows an example from a museum collection, though, I can't remember which? I'll try to keep better notes in future. cool

Here's another even more macabre image, a Scherenschnitt (black paper cut with scissors) that illustrates, "Death and the Children."

Wishing everyone good collecting!

B~

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Might be macabre, but what a conversation piece. If one goes very far back into history, even in this country, there are stories of vampires, witches, w-wolves and other strange beliefs. I think of it all as a time in history and another form of art. Still love the Totantanz statue as a work of art. James

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Thanks for the art and translations Bill.
Heres a few more to add.

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Detail on a card

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Here is detail pictures of one of three statues I own. (Peter Hahn the Honest Blacksmith of Solingen)The original statue was destroyed by allied bombs in 1944. Two are signed high detailed bronze and the large one is smelter. The small one was made in the 30s and the mid size one overall 10 inches high for sure predates 1930s. Regards: James

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James,

Those are nice, I like them and I'm sure everyone will as well. Thanks for the look.

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James,

Thanks for sharing your fine bronze sculptures of Professor Wilhelm Albermann's, "Der Schmied - Peter Hahn." As of 2007, the city of Solingen is trying to have the original sculpture re-created, which was destroyed where it stood in the Old Market section of the town. These old bronzes make for fine additions to any collection of German edged weapons.

Dean,

Glad to help when I can, appreciate your latest images too. Germania on the high-seas proclaims ... "You false England, keep yourself true, where we catch you, we will smite you."

Best!

Bill

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WOW. 1st time I'm seeing this,,What an Excellent interesting topic!!

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Gentlemen,

Some early and elegant fish images from the Swiss physician, naturalist and artist, Heinrich Rudolf Schinz. (March 30, 1777 - March 8, 1861)

Schinz was born in Zurich and studied medicine at Würzburg and Jena, returning to Zurich in 1798 to practice. In 1804 he became a teacher at the medical institute and in 1833 he became "extraordinary professor" of natural history at the University of Zurich. Schinz was also curator of the Natural History Society of Zurich, and was the author of many important zoological works between 1824 and 1852. These included Das Thierreich (1821-4), Naturgeschichte und Abbildungen der Reptilien (1833-4), and Europäsche Fauna (1840).

Karl Joseph Brodtmann lithographed his plates. The lithographic technique seen here is a copperplate engraving (black linework) which was then professionally hand-painted. These fish images date to approximately 1833.

Sorry the plates aren't of a military theme, but I hope you might enjoy them just the same. wink

Good collecting to everyone!

Bill

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i think i will have fish and chips tonite. paul

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Well Gents,

Sorry if you didn't like the fish engravings all that much, I thought some of you might appreciate them even if they're a bit off-topic. grin

Hope you'll enjoy these two fine illustrations of Ritter von Epp Freikorp members. The second drawing even features a lovely PSS Seitengewehr. Who could ask for more than that..?

Best!

Bill

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I'm going to frame this 18x24 and with the extra room on matting I thought I would put a small descriptive in.
Problem is I am not positive what these names are.
Is it a worthwhile research project and if so where could I begin.
I'm hoping to eventually throw in a few pertinent items on a small shelf below but am not really too sure what would fit in.
Any ideas? Thanks

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Dean,

Good to see you here again, it's been a while.

That's a great engraving you have there and a perfect size to frame - not too small, not too big, just right.

It reads, "Memorial to Our Fallen Comrades" - "Field-flyer's Detatchment 67 / later, Flyer's - Detatchment A 281"

Have you tried looking up the unit? You could find out were they were stationed, what kind of aircraft they most used, possibly locate a unit insignia, etc. Maybe an imperial Pilot's Badge? I'd imagine some of those things might display well with the artwork.

If you need more help finding that info let me know, I'll check the German listings that might be available.

That's a very fine piece of artwork, superb detail. Those who specialize in WWI German aviation items would most likely love to own that nice image.

Best regards!

Bill

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Bill

I'll take any help I can get. My knowledge in this is next to nothing but I am enjoying the trip.

So far the only luck (courtesy of Frontflier) is with Maguhn, Wilhelm who is 5th down in 1st row of names...possibly showing his grave marker and unit symbol.

Got to say it was pretty exciting just to find that.
Art still doing its intended job honoring these heroic soilders nearly 100 years later.

If you don't mind the extra questions...

What exactly is a feild flier?
Would your huntch be that some more of these names are pilots?
Do service list exist of WW1 pilots/personel and their achievements?
Is it difficult/expensive finding other items to go with this?

Thanks


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Dean,

I only have a very limited knowledge of the German aviation troops of the First World War, though, German google yielded a fair amount of good information and photos, much more than I had expected.

This is the first time I've heard the term Feld-Flieger, or literally, "field-flyer." I would guess these units that were stationed in open, grassy fields near the front lines as opposed to those posted to proper aerodromes and airports, however, that's an assumption on my part.

I would say most of these names belonged to more and less famous pilot's and observers that died while serving within the ranks of FFA 67. Some may have been auxillary ground troops as this unit also was an artillery outfit.

Yes, some records still exist, but in my experience the German archives usually request a date of birth and hometown of the individual. In-depth research might prove to be a daunting task.

Looking at the photos from this unit it's obvious that the pilot's and observers wore the Prussian Pilot and Prussian Observer badges. You can check various dealer's websites for prices on those. They seemed to fly a lot of Rumpler C IV aircraft in FFA 67. I'd think a model kit would be rather inexpensive if you're inclined to build one?

I borrowed some nice photos that I won't post without permission, but I'll send them to you privately at your email address. I also found brief mentions of Willy Beck, Kurt Jeschonnek and Hans Albrecht Freiherr von Digeon von Monteton, as being members of the unit. These three are among the names listed on your engraving.

Best regards!

Bill

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Bill, Dean;
In referencing the book "Handbook of German Military and Naval Aviation (War) 1914-1918 originally published in 1918 and reprinted by The Imperial War Museum, London (whew!)....there are references to Feldfliegerabteilungen on pages 31-34. These units were the basic aviation units whose primary responsibilities were reconnaissance, photography and occasional bombing. They consisted of 6 observation machines and 2 machines for protection or escorts of these planes. These evolved through time to split out guidance of artillery from general recon. They are distinctively different than fighter units. Therefore, it is my conjecture that the word Feldflieger more relates to a recon flyer (does not fly fighter planes but rather Rumplers and Halberstadts as opposed to a fighter pilots belonging to a Jagdstaffeln. My opinion only.
Good luck. Rick


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Hi Rick,

Thanks for taking time to add the additional info, that makes perfectly good sense to me. Hope everything's fine in Texas and your naval dirk collecting is going well, it's been quite a while since last we spoke.

Dean - I was reading through more of the German postings and thought these little tidbits might prove interesting too...

Kurt Jeschonnek was on a mission as observer with Franz Ulrich piloting the Rumpler aircraft. Sometime after the objective was fulfilled they came into a battle with three French fighter planes and were shot down from an altitude of 5300 meters. Later it came to light the the French pilot Bisonnade scored the victory. Observer Jeschonnek was killed and Franz Ulrich suffered a broken arm.

Another member of FFA 281 (formerly FFA 67) was Friedrich Wilhelm Plumpe. While flying in bad visabilty he landed and found he had crossed the Swiss border and was interned there. After the war he continued his interests in theatre, especially silent films. He changed his name to F.W. Murnau and became one of the most famous German film directors of that era. He was best known for his silent film classic, "Nosferatu," the ghoulish vampire story. He then went to Hollywood and died in an automobile accident in 1931.

Best regards!

Bill

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Thanks for the info Rick and Bill.

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Thanks Bill. Recently picked up an Imperial Navy dagger named to an aviator. A great year all around this year for my collection. Thanks. I need another of your beautiful custom cases for a very special acquisition!


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Rick,

It's good to hear you've had a successful collecting year, I hope 2015 will be just as rewarding too.

It was great working together with you on our last imperial dagger project. Let me know if I can be of assistance, I'd enjoy doing it again.

Best!

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does your collection go on into the '33-45 period, too? Please feel free to add anything along those lines should you choose to ...

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This on is folded like a 6"x6" card. What is it???

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