On offer is a truly exceptional World War II gas mask, dating to 1941 and preserved in its original military-issue canvas bag. This Mark VII example is a powerful piece of wartime history — both a collectible artifact and a striking decorative piece that evokes the resilience and anxiety of a world at war.

Whether displayed in a home library, styled in a military-themed vignette, or kept as part of a serious memorabilia collection, this object speaks volumes. A real conversation starter, it carries both gravitas and historical intrigue.

📌 Key Features:
✅ Authentic WWII-era issue – 1941 stamped, with secondary date mark of 1953
✅ Original olive drab canvas bag – classic utilitarian military design
✅ Functional clasp and carry strap – rugged and well-preserved
✅ Mask in good vintage condition – sold strictly as a collectible
✅ Rich aged patina – uncleaned and as found, showing true period character
✅ Rare surviving example – increasingly difficult to find with complete kit

💡 Styling Tip:
Layer this piece into a study, library, or office with antique maps, books, and metal artifacts for a curated and intelligent decor aesthetic. Adds edge to industrial or vintage-styled interiors.

🎁 Perfect For:
✔️ Lovers of authentic military history
✔️ Collectors of WWII memorabilia
✔️ Thoughtful gift for history buffs or reenactors
✔️ Unique addition to themed interiors or educational displays

🔍 Provenance / Maker Notes:
This Mark VII gas mask was a standard issue for British civilians during WWII, reflecting a time of national preparedness and uncertainty. The 1941 date suggests early wartime production, with a later 1953 stamp that may reflect subsequent civil defense inventorying during the Cold War era.

📦 Shipping & International Buyers:
🚫 UK sale only on this item due to the original filter canister restrictions.
Tracked and insured delivery provided within the UK.

This is more than an object — it’s a story of resilience, fear, and preparedness, captured in form and material. Rare to find in such condition, especially with the original canvas bag, this is a collector’s dream and a striking visual piece for any historically-minded space.

📌 Don’t miss the chance to bring this wartime relic into your home — once it’s gone, it’s truly gone.

UK SALE ONLY ON THIS ITEM I AM SORRY DUE TO THE CANISTER.