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'To make a photograph you need light and a bit of chemistry to fix ‘the shadow’ to a piece of paper. Does that make the actual Shroud of Turin the first photograph? That is something to consider, but here is a rare photograph of that piece of cloth.' – W.M. Hunt
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Neutral hued image on matte double weight paper, with margins. Foxing, age staining and signs of wear in places throughout, contained within margins, and consistent with prints of this era. This print does not fluoresce under UV light. Please note this print is sold framed.
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Lot 73Sale 19790
Shroud of Turin, c. 1898SECONDO PIA (1855–1941)Estimate: USD 1,000 - 1,500
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