France, 1st World War. - Lot 220

France, 1st World War. Lot of 196 positive stereoscopic views (Lumière) on glass plates. These stereoscopic views are taken from glass plates, and are used with a stereoscope to obtain an image in relief. They show trenches, battlefields, prisoners, corpses, ruins and victory. Information on the events and places photographed is summarily indicated by handwritten inscriptions on some of the plates. These sepia-toned views transport us to an already distant past and allow us to reproduce the world of the time. Exceptional documentation, rich in detail and indispensable to all collectors and enthusiasts of the 1st World War. Some of the images are very harsh, reflecting the sad reality of war... Presented in their original wooden case. They come with a "STEREO EDITION PARIS" viewer. Plate size 4.5 x 10.5 cm. Box 31 x 20 x 13 cm (Patina of age, the box originally contained 200 plates, 3 plates damaged. Good condition).