1922 Rotogravure World War I Italian Front Soldiers Hand Grenade Trench Warfare

This is an original 1922 sepia rotogravure of an Italian sentinel on duty during World War I, and a soldier throwing a hand grenade into the enemy's trench. The caption writes, "Soldier preparing to throw a hand grenade into an enemy trench not many yards distant. Grenade throwing was a marked element in the fighting of both sides, and the aggregate damage done was very great."

CONDITION

This 89+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No natural defects. Some light surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Rotogravure; Sepia
• Grade: Very Fine ++
• Dimensions: Approximately 10.25 x 15.25 inches; 26 x 39 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

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