F98.14

Carved Wood Shield, ES badge (Bianco estate)

(1996)

Carved wood shield-shaped relief of Essex Scottish crest. Wood darkened in centre, "Essex Scottish Badge, carved in Germany, commissioned by Cpl Bob Jennings (intelligence section, ESR WWII) while serving in the Army of Occupation. Presented to the Regiment Association in June 1996, on behalf of widow, by Paul Bianco", typed sticker on top left corner. "H. Wismann Neuenburg - Deutschland Juli 1945", carved centre verso, picture of Indian woman in profile carrying bag on her back scotch taped over black writing under inscription verso.

Details

History Date1996
Kind Art
LocationTilston → Display Case
MaterialsWood
Dimensions
Alt Accession Number1998.14