DDR Hammer & Compass Wall Plaque – East German State Emblem – GDR Heritage Shield #9274
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€24.90*
This minimalist wall plaque features the central emblem of the German Democratic Republic (GDR) in abstract form: a hammer and compass, representing workers and intellectuals. Traditionally accompanied by a wreath of grain (not shown here), the symbol captures the spirit of East German state ideology.
Motif:
Abstract GDR state symbol – hammer and compass on red plaque
Key Feature:
Stylized and reduced version of East Germany’s official insignia – clean, neutral, historically reflective
Time Period:
1949–1990 (official lifespan of the GDR and its emblem)
Context:
The combination of hammer, compass and grain wreath was introduced in 1950 as a representation of the “socialist unity of classes.” This version omits text and background elements, offering a pure visual interpretation.
Historical Background:
The emblem became the GDR’s official coat of arms in 1955 and remained in use until reunification in 1990. It symbolized the socialist ideal of equal value for manual labor, intellectual work, and agriculture. Today, it serves as a historical visual reference to East German identity – devoid of ideological function.
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