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Lot of 2 Original Vintage WWII Bulgarian Army Officer Studio Portrait Photographs – Sofia, Bulgaria
Up for sale is a beautiful pair of authentic, original black-and-white historical photographs capturing a decorated Bulgarian Army officer in stunning formal studio portraits. One photograph shows the officer with his family, and the other shows him alongside another gentleman in formal evening wear.
Both photographs feature the classic decorative deckle (scalloped) edges characteristic of vintage photo paper from the 1930s-1940s. One print reverse is styled as a postcard and features a prominent purple photographer's ink stamp from Sofia, Bulgaria.
Photo Details & Conditions:
1. Photo 1 (Officer Family Portrait): A gorgeous formal family portrait showing the officer alongside his wife and young daughter, who is wearing a large hair bow and a decorative lace collar. The officer's uniform is highly detailed, showing crisp collar tabs, shoulder boards, and multiple chest medals/orders. Excellent condition.
2. Photo 2 (Officer & Gentleman Portrait): Captures the same officer sitting beside a man dressed in a sharp tuxedo or formal suit with a bow tie and pocket square. The officer's tunic shows an aiguillette cord, collar insignia, and a pinned medal. Clean condition with excellent contrast.
3. Reverse Side (Photographer Stamp): The back of the family portrait features a postcard layout with a purple studio stamp reading: "ФОТО ЗАШЕВЪ - София, Ц. Йоанна 1" (Photo Zashev - Sofia, Tsaritsa Yoanna 1).
Key Features:
• WWII Balkan Militaria History: An exceptional visual record of a Royal Bulgarian Army officer's formal dress uniform, shoulder boards, and military medals.
• Studio Provenance: Fully marked by a historic photo studio (Photo Zashev) located in the capital city of Sofia during the war era.
• Period Fashion & Genealogy: Offers a fantastic glimpse into mid-century European family dress styles, hairstyles, and formal wear.
Please review the high-resolution images provided to inspect the exact physical condition of each print and the studio stamp on the reverse side. The lot will be packed securely in protective sleeves with thick backing cardboard to ensure safe delivery.
