Metal plaque made by Vapniarka prisoners
Extent and Medium
overall: Height: 1.880 inches (4.775 cm) | Width: 2.440 inches (6.198 cm)
Archival History
The plaque was donated to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in 2019 by David Kessler, the son of Arthur Kessler.
Acquisition
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Collection, Gift of David Kessler
Scope and Content
Handmade metal plaque with yarn loop for hanging, given as gift to Dr. Arthur Kessler, who was interned and worked at Vapniarka concentration camp in Transnistria. The plaque was made and given to him by prisoners at Vapniarka.
Conditions Governing Access
No restrictions on access
Conditions Governing Reproduction
No restrictions on use
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Handmade metal plaque with yarn loop
Genre
- Decorative Arts
- Object