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 serene canal in Zeebrugge, Belgium, taken in 1919. The image shows a tree-lined waterway with a few boats gently resting on the water. The setting is tranquil, reflecting the post-World War I landscape as the area was beginning recovery and reconstruction.Zeebrugge, known for its strategic port, played a key role during World War I. The canal connected Belgium to the Netherlands, and by 1919, it was an essential route for trade and transportation, critical for the rebuilding efforts in the region.The image does not display any text or identifiable signs, and no known individuals are represented in the photograph.
Price: 28 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2024-12-01T03:41:11.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
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
Type: Photograph
Subject: canal, boats, trees, Zeebrugge, Belgium
Theme: conflicts & wars, history, transportation, travel
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
