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Two Women Examining a Starfish

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Cabinet card of two women sitting at a table examining a starfish and other underwater specimens using magnifiers. Open books appear on the table, probably for reference. They are wearing dresses with pins at the collar.

Creator:
Thomas, J. R., Madison, Wisconsin

Publication Information

Creator Thomas, J. R., Madison, Wisconsin

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 11 x 17 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 861

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W012AC0
Legacy ID
WHi 90325

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