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Beekeepers Standing in Apiary

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A man and a boy pose standing in apiary surrounded by beehives. The man is holding a smoker.

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Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 17 x 12 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 54817

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W012AJS
Legacy ID
WHi 104047

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