1939 Libya Postcard – Oasis Scene
1939 Libya Postcard – Oasis Scene

1939 Libya Postcard – Oasis Scene

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This charming postcard captures an oasis in Libya, showcasing local life with livestock and residents moving through the lush, palm-lined setting. The scene is quintessentially North African, with towering date palms and mud-brick structures offering a glimpse into traditional oasis settlements in the region. 
The reverse side of the postcard includes handwritten text, dated "17-9-1939" from Tripoli. The message is addressed in Italian, with notable stamps including "ITALIAN VISIT LA TRIPOLI" and a clear postmark from Tripoli, adding historical context from Libya's colonial period. The address reads:
"Alla Gentile Famiglia Casella, Via Brindisi. LX, Napoli."
This handwritten message and postal markings lend an authentic touch to this early 20th-century postcard, offering a personal and historical artifact from this era.
Size: 14 cm x 9 cm
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SKU: POS401-
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