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Rare Pair of Late 19th Century Tattoo Specimens From A French Sailor Curiosity

About the Item

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

Materials and Techniques:

Glass,Maple,Natural Fiber

Place of Origin:

Europe

Period:

Late 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

late 19th

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

Lowestoft, GB

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU4612143813582

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