Belgian Postwar glazed ceramic relief sculpture, Abstract Figural Group, designed by Rogier Vandeweghe (Belgian, 1923-2020) for Perignem, mid 20th c., obscured inscription verso "Memorial Day, 26.5.1974, Baugnez - Beverce," inscription not apparent to the naked eye, visible under ultraviolet light, retaining adhesive label inscribed "Reproduction d'Art Werner Nemetz, Malmedy," glue repair near upper right corner, approx 19"h, 11 5/8"w, 7lbs **Note: According to the consignor, this piece was presented as a token of esteem to the United States Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge at the Malmedy Massacre Memorial Wall on the thirtieth anniversary memorial of the event. The Malmedy massacre was a German war crime committed at Baugnez, municipality of Malmedy, Belgium during the Battle of the Bulge in December 1944. German soldiers killed eighty-four United States Army prisoners of war who surrendered after a brief military encounter. The Belgian people constructed a memorial wall to honor the fallen Americans after the war.** Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please utilize the ASK A QUESTION tab found in each lot. All lots are sold as-is and where is. No statement regarding age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, and Austin Auction Gallery does not give refunds based on condition.  Austin Auction Gallery does not perform any shipping or packing services. WE HAVE A LIST OF SUGGESTED SHIPPERS WHO WILL GLADLY QUOTE YOU PRIOR TO BIDDING. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers**NOTE: ALL SILVER, JEWELRY & COIN LOTS REALIZING OVER $1,000 MUST BE PAID BY BANK WIRE. CREDIT CARDS ARE NOT ACCEPTED FOR INVOICES EXCEEDING $10,000 UNLESS PRIOR ARRANGEMENTS ARE MADE**