WWII German Generalfeldmarschall Ewald von Kleist signed portrait postcard
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
WWII-era
This collectible is a black and white portrait photograph printed in a postcard format, featuring a depiction of the German Field Marshal Ewald von Kleist. The subject is shown in his military uniform, characterized by the visible Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves worn around his neck.
The portrait is marked with a printed identification in the lower right corner, which reads "Generalfeldmarschall von KLEIST." Across the lower portion of the image, the postcard bears a large, distinct autograph attributed to von Kleist. Measuring approximately 5.5 inches by 3.5 inches, this item is a piece of WWII-era German military memorabilia. The photograph displays signs of age, including light surface wear, minor toning, and scattered handling marks.
The item serves as a historical document of the period, preserving the likeness and signature of a significant military figure from the era.
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Physical characteristics
- Format
- Black and white photograph postcard
- Dimensions
- 5.5" x 3.5"
Technical characteristics
- Printing
- Printed identification at lower right
Design
- Obverse
- Portrait of Field Marshal Ewald von Kleist in uniform with Knight's Cross with Oak Leaves
- Signature
- Autograph of Ewald von Kleist across the lower portion
- Inscription
- Generalfeldmarschall von KLEIST
Identification
- Source note
- Described from a single auction-house listing published on Invaluable (reproduced with Invaluable's permission). Details apply to that one example; other examples of the type may differ, and the listing is supplementary evidence, not authentication.
- Maker named in listing
- Ewald von Kleist
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.