Lot 7494

A large silk China-embroidery picture, military service record, and certificate belonging to artilleryman Theodor Krolikowski, 1903–1906

Orders and Military Collectibles until 1918 | A109m | Live auction | 1502 Lots

Starting Price € 450

Countdown for bids : 41 days and 1 hours left

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Description

Elaborate colored silk embroidery featuring the Imperial Eagle with a flag at the center; below this, a photograph of Krolikowski set against a crossed cannon barrel and torpedo, and beneath that, a depiction of the “S.M.S. Hansa”. Housed in a molded brown wooden frame; dimensions approx. 117 x 72 cm. Accompanied by Krolikowski's military service record book (*Militärpass*) and a service certificate (showing tears) for Obermatrosenartillerist Theodor Krolikowski, covering his service with the Kiautschou Naval Artillery from October 1, 1903, to April 23, 1906. Shows minor localized damage and signs of use and age. A very impressive display piece.

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General Information

The auction starts on Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at 10 am (CET) with Lot no. 6001 - 7079 and continues on Wednesday, November 25 at 10 am (CET) with Lot no. 7080 - 7502. The pre-sale view will take place from November 9 - November 13, 2026 in our auction rooms at Bretonischer Ring 3 in 85630 Grasbrunn / Munich from 11 am to 5 pm (CET). Please make an appointment if possible to avoid waiting times.