Adolf Hitler and Entourage at Official Reception with Führer Car

Original wartime photograph showing Adolf Hitler during an official event or reception, standing before a prominently decorated government or party building adorned with swastika banners and the Reichsadler emblem. Hitler is seen accompanied by senior Wehrmacht and SS officers, while his official Mercedes staff car waits in the foreground, attended by SS drivers and adjutants.

The image captures the moment of formal greeting and salute exchange, typical of high-level state or military visits in the late 1930s. Several SS officers and uniformed personnel can be seen performing the Hitler salute, emphasizing the ceremonial nature of the occasion.

• Date: ca. 1938–1939

• Location: Likely Berlin or Munich

• Size: Postcardsize

• Condition: Excellent contrast and detail; light handling wear consistent with age; finely preserved original photograph.

Historical Context

Such official receptions were a hallmark of the Nazi leadership’s public appearances, often documented by the Heinrich Hoffmann press agency for propaganda and state archives. Hitler’s personal car, identifiable by its distinct design and SS escort, was frequently photographed during these ceremonial arrivals and departures.

Collector’s Note

A rare and historically important original photograph depicting Adolf Hitler with his official car and SS escort, taken during a pre-war state or party event. Rich in period detail, this is an outstanding addition for collectors of Third Reich leadership imagery, Heinrich Hoffmann press photography, or Führer motorcade documentation.