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A trench art sculpture featuring a Black Madonna figurine with outstretched arms in the hollow interior of a bullet casing. A rectangle has been cut into the side of the casing with a scalloped edge on top. Inside, a Madonna figure stands in a long gold dress and headdress. The top of the casing has a Christian cross upraised on the metal. Trench art is decorative items made by soldiers, prisoners of war, or civilians during times of conflict. The materials used reflect the availability of media, and the works of art give an insight into to the feelings and emotions of the makers.