Bavarian General der Infanterie Shoulder Board – Infantry Regiment Nr. 11

This is a single Bavarian General officer’s shoulder board, denoting the rank of General der Infanterie within the Royal Bavarian Army. The intricate interwoven pattern of gilt and silver cords is adorned with two large gilt rank pips, confirming the senior general officer grade just below Generaloberst. The gilt numeral “11” identifies service with Infanterie-Leib-Regiment Nr. 11, one of Bavaria’s proud infantry formations.

The bright red underlay is characteristic of Bavarian general officers, immediately distinguishing them from line regiments. The workmanship is of the highest order, befitting the prestige of Bavaria’s most senior officers. Condition remains excellent, with bright gilding and only light age wear to the reverse, which retains its period red cloth backing and strap attachment.

Within the German Imperial Army, Bavaria maintained its own army structure, traditions, and distinctive insignia even while serving under the Kaiser’s overall command. Generals of this grade held significant command authority, often entrusted with corps or army-level formations. Pieces such as this are scarce, as they were only worn by the most senior Bavarian officers during the late Imperial era, and survival of original examples is limited.

A highly desirable and historically important piece of Bavarian insignia for the advanced collector.