The yamen of the German governor in Tsingtau, dated 1901
Large-format original …

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The yamen of the German governor in Tsingtau, dated 1901 Large-format original photograph depicting the guarded headquarters with a raised imperial war flag in sharp detail. Under new passepartout, newly inscribed "Tsingtau 1901 Yamen des deutschen Gouverneurs", under glass in old, contemporary lacquer frame (bumped). Partially slightly damaged, traces of age. Frame dimensions approx. 32 x 39 x 2 cm. Condition: II -

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The yamen of the German governor in Tsingtau, dated 1901

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