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For sale is an exceptionally rare, documented antique Italian Army military portrait labeled on the reverse "1921 / Mauriana." The crisp photograph depicts a group of twelve Italian officers posed outdoors wearing their iconic WWI-era Model 1909 "Grigio-Verde" grey-green field uniforms, complete with high-collared black patches and peaked field caps.Historical Highlights:
• Written Identification: The back of the mounting board features an original, period cursive inscription identifying the date as 1921 and the location as Mauriana (Colle della Maddalena military alpine border zone).
• Double Mourning Bands: Notably, two of the front-row seated officers are wearing black mourning armbands on their left sleeves, a profound detail honoring a fallen commander or close comrades lost during the war years.The original antique photo and its matching tan matting have been beautifully preserved in a modern oak-style wood frame, making it ready to immediately hang or display.Dimensions: Frame measures approximately 11.5 inches by 9.5 inches. The inner photograph window measures approximately 7 inches by 5 inches.Condition: The antique photograph print is in excellent condition with clear facial details, nice contrast, and only minor age-related fading. The reverse backing board shows natural amber oxidation consistent with 100-year-old paper. Modern outer frame and flexible backing points are in excellent pre-owned condition.Perfect for serious WWI militaria collectors, European theater historians, or curated gallery displays. Ships quickly and securely packed.
