Germany, Nsdap. A Winterhilfswerk Donation Podium

(Winterhilfswerk Spende-Podium). A rare Winterhilfswerk donation podium, constructed of brass and hammered into three panels, the obverse finished with a decorative dimpled base, bearing a central raised sunwheel-style mobile swastika, circumscribed by an inscription of “GEDENK DER ARMEN - LASS SIE NICHT FRIEREN” (“REMEMBER THE POOR - DON’T LET THEM FREEZE”) in raised stylized script, crimped along the edges for a smooth finish, the reverse rivets with two horizontal bars to maintain structural stability, unmarked, measuring 865 mm (w) 350 mm (l) x 885 mm (h), age-appropriate oxidation is evident throughout the brass and three sets of dual holes are distributed across the lower portion indicating the relocation of a previous reinforcing bar, a unique piece of Winterhilfswerk history in near extremely fine condition.

Footnote: From the collection of John R. Angolia.