Description
The Focke-Wulf Fw 200 Condor was originally designed as a long-range German airliner, but during World War II it became one of the Luftwaffe’s best-known four-engined aircraft. Used for maritime reconnaissance, transport, and anti-shipping operations, the Condor gained particular notoriety over the Atlantic where it was employed to locate and attack Allied convoys. Because of its long range and effectiveness in that role, it earned the reputation as one of the Luftwaffe’s most important long-distance patrol aircraft of the war.
Made of solid hand-carved aircraft aluminum, this model is carved from one solid piece, apart from the four separate propellers, and it retains its removable aluminum stand! It features the original unpainted finish with a nice natural age patina and shows only expected scratches, marks, and wear from age. One propeller blade is broken off on one of the propellers, but otherwise the piece is complete and displays beautifully. There are no maker marks, unit markings, or insignia visible, and it has never been cleaned or polished. Measures approximately 9″ x 13″ in size. Acquired in Germany, this is a VERY NICE and unusual original WW2 German trench art presentation piece that would make an EXCELLENT addition to any aviation or militaria collection!
