{"product_id":"militaria-ww-ii-collectible-1943-sketch-art-signed-extremely-rare","title":"Militaria WW II Collectible 1943 Sketch Art Signed - Extremely Rare","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMilitaria WW II Collectible 1943 Sketch Art Signed by Artist - Very Rare Piece of History - Good Condition, Some Visible Wear - Framed Measures 13\" W x 19\" H ... \u003c\/strong\u003eThis vintage sketch is a \u003cstrong\u003eRARE\u003c\/strong\u003e original WW II militaria collectible from 1943 is a fascinating piece of fraternity history. Here’s a breakdown of its identity and history:\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdentification of the Artwork\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e- Artist: The signature appears to be \"Brumorgan\" or a similar name. Very few original artwork pieces exist from this artist, making this item of unique historical value. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e- Subject and Context: The caricature depicts a man identified as \"Egidio\" associated with the \"AΦA\" fraternity, which stands for \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rowan.campuslabs.com\/engage\/organization\/alphaphidelta\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAlpha Phi Delta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. The inscription \"Pledges of AΦA\" on the stack of what appear to be fraternity paddles further solidifies this connection. The drawing was created in 1943, a period when many college students were involved in or heading off to World War II, which might explain the military-esque attire in the caricature, possibly a symbolic representation of leadership or authority within the fraternity. Alpha Phi Delta is a national fraternity with a strong Italian-American heritage, founded at Syracuse University in 1914. Without knowing the specific chapter, identifying \"Egidio\" is difficult.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e- Medium and Style: The artwork is a pencil or charcoal sketch on paper, with some color added. The style is a classic caricature, exaggerating the subject's facial features and creating a humorous or satirical portrayal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeveral factors influence this valuation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e- Artist Recognition: The most significant factor in the value of artwork is the reputation and demand for the artist's work. Original art from \"Brumorgan\" is extremely \u003cstrong\u003eRARE,\u003c\/strong\u003e therefore the piece is of unique historical value. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e- Subject Matter: While interesting as a piece of fraternity history, the subject, \"Egidio,\" is not a widely known public figure. If he were a notable alumnus of Alpha Phi Delta, the value could increase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e- Condition: The sketch appears to be in good condition for its age, which helps maintain its value. Any significant damage, such as tears, stains, or fading, would decrease its worth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e- Provenance: The artist was a member of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rowan.campuslabs.com\/engage\/organization\/alphaphidelta\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAlpha Phi Delta Fraternity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a national Italian Heritage Fraternity, established on November 5, 1914 at Syracuse University. Currently, the fraternity has members drawn from 43 colleges and universities, and has nearly 30 alumni chapters. We are, by Constitutional mandate, an all-volunteer organization, serving God and country through the generous donation of time and effort given by our members. According to our Constitution: \"The purpose for which this organization has been formed is to conduct an all-volunteer staffed fraternal organization having for its objectives the common advantage of its members. To this end, this organization seeks to unite in fraternal bond college man of good character, to stimulate good scholarship and good fellowship, to promote loyalty to one’s \u003cem\u003ealma mater\u003c\/em\u003e, to bind members to the commitment of their membership oath, and to provide service to the community and humanity.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e- Comparable Sales: The market for vintage, non-professional caricatures from the 1940s is relatively small. Similar items, such as yearbook illustrations or personal sketches from that era, typically sell in the lower price range mentioned above unless attributed to a known artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIn conclusion, this is a historically interesting art piece of memorabilia from the Alpha Phi Delta fraternity during the World War II era. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EvoRelic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47147931598986,"sku":null,"price":168.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/2126\/9130\/files\/MiliteriaWWIICollectible1943SketchArtSignedbyArtist.jpg?v=1759659208","url":"https:\/\/cardcoincomic.com\/products\/militaria-ww-ii-collectible-1943-sketch-art-signed-extremely-rare","provider":"Card Coin Comic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}