Hindenburg Bust

Product Description: This Hindenburg Bust is an impressive display object, which likely dates from the time of the first World War. It depicts Field Marshal Paul von Hindenburg, the leader of the Imperial German Army (and later President of Germany). Hindenburg is pictured in formal military uniform, complete with his impressive rack of decorations. This bust is made of gilded zinc, and measures 7 inches high and about 4 inches wide. The bust sits on an integral plinth, which depicts a fluted column adorned with a sprig of laurel leaves, an Iron Cross and a banner with the name “Hindenburg.” It’s a very nicely done bust, rich with detail. Most of the original gold finish remains present, with expected age toning. The finish shows moderate wear, with the gray color of the base metal visible on the high points. The underside shows the hollow nature of this cast sculpture. This attractive Hindenburg Bust rates as excellent condition.

Historical Description: European artisans of the 19th and 20th centuries created countless artworks with military and political themes. Some of these were connected to specific military, political, civil and paramilitary organizations, while others were commercially available pieces that anyone could buy. These art pieces took countless forms, from busts or statues of military leaders, to sculpted wall plaques, fine art paintings, fine porcelain, and every other kind of art in use at the time. Some were unique, custom works of art; some of these were made as presentation pieces. Others were mass produced as decorative or souvenir items; catalogs filled with all kinds of such mass-market items were produced by a number of factories. After the end of WWII, artwork featuring military or nationalistic imagery fell out of favor in some European societies. Many pieces were destroyed.

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