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William Henry Fox Talbot — Copy of Botanical Engraving of "Celtis"
William Henry Fox Talbot

Copy of Botanical Engraving of "Celtis"

1840

Scientific illustration finds new expression through photographic reproduction, as Talbot explores photography's potential for copying existing printed materials.

Medium
Salted paper print

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