Lot 08739

Italo-Turkish War / Tripolitanian War / Libyan War, 1911-1912. Collection of 180 postcards (most silver-printed photo-cards) depicting the italian army in Libya, as well as scenes of everyday life in places of Libya during 1911 – 1912. Some of the places depicted: Tripoli, Bengasi, Derna, Ain Zana. Also 20 postcards depicting warships in sea, many damaged after naval operations. All photos placed in period album, hardcovers with floral decorations. Few sheets detached, all photos in excellent condition. Scarce collection.