865 1936 “deutsche Kolonien” (german Colonies)cigarette Card Collectors Album By Cigaretten-bilderdienst Dresden

This is a vintage 1936 “Deutsche Kolonien” (German Colonies) cigarette card album by Cigaretten-Bilderdienst Dresden. It features illustrated cards depicting scenes from various German colonies, including portraits and landscapes. A fascinating historical artifact for collectors of ephemera and German colonial history.

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Categories: Antiques, Books, Collectibles & Curios, Magazines & Stationery Tags: cigarette cards, Cigaretten-Bilderdienst Dresden, collectible, Ephemera, German Colonies, Vintage Album Brand: Cigaretten-Bilderdienst Dresden

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Album Overview

This is a 1936 “Deutsche Kolonien” (German Colonies) cigarette card collectors album published by Cigaretten-Bilderdienst Dresden. The album features a collection of illustrated cards depicting scenes from various German colonies, including German East Africa, German Southwest Africa, Togo, and others. It includes portraits of colonial figures and detailed illustrations of landscapes, people, and activities within these territories. The album is a fascinating historical artifact, offering a glimpse into the German colonial era through the lens of early 20th-century promotional material.

Condition and Collectibility

This album shows signs of age and wear consistent with its vintage. The cover exhibits some edge wear and discoloration, and the pages may have minor foxing or staining. Despite these imperfections, the album remains a remarkable example of collectible ephemera. It would be of particular interest to collectors of cigarette cards, German colonial history enthusiasts, or those interested in the visual culture of the early 20th century.

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