Need help with early 20th century photograph

[24th_infantry]

I picked this up at the flea market today. I was thinking turn of the century German or some European military. I would appreciate any help. There is nothing written on the picture anywhere
Thanks for the help!

[24th_infantry]

If it's not German from the WWI era please move to the correct forum location. Thanks for the help!

[OpanaPointer]

Good closeup of the hat will help us.

[24th_infantry]

Here is close-up of the hats.

[OpanaPointer]

Not very clear.

[John G.]

The high boots and style of the hats look Eastern european, Bulgarian or Ukrainian or whatever....Russian influence certianly. Just my opinion, doubt if it German.
John G.

[von thoma]

My vote for Russian uniform, according the collar patch and shoulder board on the greatcoat

[Waleed Y. Majeed]

Who besides the Soviets and maybe Bulgaria used the “Gymnastyorka” tunic. Looks a lot like what the soldier on the right is wearing. Belt buckle is interesting if only it was a better photo quality. Any chance of less reflection or removing glass?

Waleed

[24th_infantry]

Here are photos without the glass. Thanks for the idea, the portrait is even more vibrant and detailed once you see it without the reflections. Hope this helps more!

[R Leonard]

I too vote for them being Russian uniforms of some persuasion.