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Photograph (Gelatine Print, Photomicrograph) of the Proboscis of a Fly, Late 19th or Early 20th Century

Inventory Number 12705


Item type
Object
Physical material
Paper
Card
Dimensions
Height: 250mm Width: 172mm
Inventory No
12705

Description

Gelatine print mounted on card. Photomicrograph of the proboscis of a fly, circular image border with also an oval effect beyond the object. Vertical format. Black and yellow, silver tarnishing. The card is roughly cut, and appears to have been mounted with others in a frame. Companion of 12703 and 12704. No indication of taker or source.