Description: An original photograph from a European traveler who visited many parts of war torn Europe in 1918-1919 just as the first world war was ending. Photographer and traveller name appears to be Sgt. Sessel.Type & Size: A 3.5x2.5" original photograph.Condition: Original from the end of the war and in fair antique condition. These originated from a scrapbook that was falling apart, and most photos have age wear, remnants of having been formerly mounted (residue on front or back), dirt, scratches, etc. Please see photos, which show a scan of both surfaces. This photograph depicts a shell hole filled with water near Ypres, Belgium, in 1919. The landscape shows remnants of destruction from the First World War, with debris scattered around the edge of the crater and a simple wooden fence behind it, illustrating the devastation experienced in the area.Ypres was the location of several major battles during World War I, notably the Battle of Passchendaele in 1917. The city was largely destroyed during the war and became symbolic of the struggle on the Western Front. The aftermath left the region scarred with craters and trenches, such as the one seen in this photograph.Caption: "Ypres, shell hole"
Price: 28 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-12-01T03:43:17.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
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Type: Photograph
Subject: conflict, war damage, crater, Ypres, WWI aftermath
Theme: conflicts & wars, history, topographical
Featured Person/Artist: none
Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print
Year of Production: 1919
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Size: 3.5x2.5 inches
Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1924
Number of Photographs: 1
Antique: Yes
Unit of Sale: Single Piece
Vintage: Yes
Framing: Unframed
