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Hugh Miller, 1802 - 1856. Geologist and author [c]
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About this artwork
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title:Hugh Miller, 1802 - 1856. Geologist and author [c]
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date created:1843 - 1847
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materials:Carbon print
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measurements:27.00 x 18.90 cm
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accession number:PGP HA 1569
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Robert Adamson
Robert Adamson
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