Silver Gift Frame of Kaiser Wilhelm II – Wilhelm Binder, 835 Silver, Albumen Photograph Doorn 1931

Imperial Provenance

This exceptional silver gift frame from Kaiser Wilhelm II is hallmarked on the underside with 835 silver and the manufacturer's mark Schmidt. It also bears the "crescent moon – crown – 835 – WTB" hallmark, which can be clearly attributed to the renowned silverware manufacturer Wilhelm Binder, Schwäbisch Gmünd. Founded in 1869, Binder was not a court jeweler, but a highly respected producer of high-quality silverware in the German Empire.

Material & Design

The frame is crafted to an exceptionally high standard. Fine woods were used for the backing of the frame. At the top edge sits an Imperial Crown, the cross of which extends decoratively beyond the frame—a classic symbol of imperial representation culture.

Albumen Photograph & Signature

Enclosed in the frame is an albumen photograph of Kaiser Wilhelm II, depicting the monarch in a World War I uniform. Although the photo dates back to the Imperial era, it was hand-signed and gifted by the Kaiser on September 29, 1931, in Doorn—that is, during his exile following his abdication. This gift is a rare relic from a bygone era of the German Empire.

Condition & Collector's Relevance

The frame is in very good condition. Dimensions: approx. 22 × 28 cm. A significant object for collectors of imperial memorabilia, silver art, Wilhelm II provenances, and museum collections relating to Prussian history.