THE CONDITIONS OF ARMISTICE
$395.00
THE CONDITIONS OF ARMISTICE
K-215
(Waffenstillstandsbedingungen)
1918
Cast bronze, Commemorative/Satirical medal, 58.0mm, 56.00g, Frankenhuis 1489.
Obverse: The German Michel is lying on the ground while Uncle Sam is busy tying his feet together with a rope containing 14 beads, which represent the famous 14 Points. John Bull contentedly sits on Michel’s stomach while smoking his pipe and holding a miniature Foch so he can strangle Michel with his rifle. In border, “Waffenstillstandsbedingung 11. November 1918” (Armistice conditions). In exergue, “Foch hat das Wort” (Foch’s turn to speak). KG under Michel’s cap.
Reverse: In the foreground, a number of raised fists over which is inscribed, “Ein 70 millionen Volk leidet — aber stirbt nicht” (A nation of 70 million suffers — but does not die).
Rich bronze patina with a flawless skin. Been in our collection since 2003!!
Grade: Gussfrisch (As Cast)