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The Acropolis of Athens : illustrated picturesquesly and architecturally by photographs, reproduced from the originals by W. J. Stillman

1869–80
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  • Title: The Acropolis of Athens : illustrated picturesquesly and architecturally by photographs, reproduced from the originals by W. J. Stillman
  • Artist: William James Stillman (American, Schenectady, New York 1828–1901 Surrey)
  • Date: 1869–80
  • Medium: Albumen silver prints from glass negatives
  • Dimensions: 16.5 x 22.9 x 1.6 cm (6 1/2 x 9 x 5/8 in.)
    Image: 9 x 12.5 cm (3 9/16 x 4 15/16 in.)
  • Classification: Books
  • Credit Line: Joyce F. Menschel Photography Library Fund, 2004
  • Object Number: 2004.314
  • Curatorial Department: Photographs

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