Germany. A Desk Chest With Concealed Pistol Compartment, Gifted By Rudolf Hess To Nsdap Member 34 GTRexclude in Reserve on November 29

in Reserve on November 29

Footnote: The outbreak of America's involvement in the First World War caused a sharp increase in the demand for army officers

staying at the Hotel Hamburger Hof

resulting in the Treaty of Paris of 1783

1914-1915 (silver with gilt and enamels)

Germany. A Desk Chest With Concealed Pistol Compartment, Gifted By Rudolf Hess To Nsdap Member 34 GTRexclude in Reserve on November 29This is a beautifully made wooden chest in the French Provincial style, constructed of veneered caramel coloured wood with a solid frame, but featuring a checker pattern on the interior of each side. The chest stands on a small four piece frame that consists of decorative French style trim and four legs. The lid is thick, and heavy, supported by two functional metal hinges, and is decorated on the exterior by an ornate German national eagle, with open