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Rare Pair of Late 19th Century Tattoo Specimens From A French Sailor Curiosity
$6,833.79per set
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A very odd and rare pair of preserved human tattoos, believed to be from a French sailor. Depicting a Prussian solider and a young lady. Later housed and mounted in period maple frames. The skin has been tanned and preserved circa 1890/1910. Similar examples housed at the Wellcome Collection London and National Museum of Natural History Paris
Each frame in 26.5/26.5/3.5cm
- Dimensions:Height: 10.44 in (26.5 cm)Width: 10.44 in (26.5 cm)Depth: 1.38 in (3.5 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Date of Manufacture:late 19th
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Lowestoft, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4612143813582
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