Lot 188:
WWI U.S. Army 5th Division Soldier Portrait Photograph, c. 1918
Sold for: $25
Description
A monochrome photographic portrait depicting a U.S. Army soldier from the World War I era. The subject is shown in an early 20th-century military uniform, featuring a circular collar insignia, likely US Army branch or “US” brass, and a distinctive shield-shaped shoulder patch on his left arm displaying a stylized “5” within a concentric circular design, indicative of the US Army’s 5th Division. The photographic print is presented within a multi-layered mat, consisting of black and yellow layers, and housed in a wooden frame.
Condition report:
The photographic print exhibits minor age-related toning and some surface spots. The inner black mat shows significant damage, including tears, fading, and discoloration, particularly along the top and right edges. The wooden frame appears stable with typical wear consistent with age. The verso retains a torn and stained paper backing with an attached wire hanger.
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