WW1 German Camouflage Helmet Shell

A stunning WW1 German camouflage helmet shell with finger thick black dividing lines between each segment adhering to the Ludendorff directive of 1918 . Helmet is handpainted in classic tan ochre , dark brown & light green with the definitive black dividing lines immediately apparent . Many variants of camouflage schemes , colours & thickness of the black lines exist with this piece having attained an atractive natural age patina over what would have been a very effective camouflage. Both air vents have been plugged by the original wearer to prevent cold air entering , a common problem in the trenches of WW1. Interior gives us the maker & size mark ' BF64 ' ( Fulda) . Four small holes can be seen in the rim of the helmet these from where it was once wall mounted on a plaque as a souvenir in the post WW1 period. Superb piece.