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"The Moon"

Joseph L. Bates

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of two lunar images in a stereoscopic format. The image features a pair of identical full moons against a black background, placed side by side. The surface of each moon shows visible craters and dark patches. The stereoscopic presentation involves two slightly offset images for a three-dimensional effect. The photograph is framed with a sepia tone, giving it an antique appearance, and has a thin yellow border around the outer edges.

Artwork Details

Date
1860
Medium
stereoscopic albumen silver print
Dimensions
10665 × 5137 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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