Nickel-faced electrotype made from a wood engraving depicting a bearded gentleman

Nickel-faced electrotype made from a wood engraving depicting a

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Nickel-faced electrotype made from a wood engraving depicting a bearded gentleman, c. 1860

Details

Category:
Printing & Writing
Object Number:
1989-694
Measurements:
depth 150 mm
width 115 mm
type:
electrotypes
credit:
Smart, H.G.

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