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Antique Framed Print : Ripley Odditorium - New York, USA - A Shrunken Human Head
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Ripley Odditorium - New York, USA - A Shrunken Human Head
Ripley Odditorium - New York, USA - An Amazonian Shrunken Human Head. According to the card caption, although many years old, the hair still grows... Date: 1939
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Media ID 14379876
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Amazonian Curiosities Curiosity Human Ripley Shrunken Strange Tiny Unusual Weird
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 23.7cm (14.6" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: A Time-Defying Amazonian Curiosity: The Shrunken Human Head at Ripley's Odditorium, New York, USA (1939) 2.. Step back in time and delve into the realm of the extraordinary at Ripley's Odditorium in New York City, USA. This photograph showcases an intriguing artifact from the Amazon rainforest: an ancient, shrunken human head. Dated back to 1939, the card caption reveals that despite its many years, the hair on this Amazonian relic still grows, adding to the enigma that surrounds it. 3. Description: The image presents a close-up view of the shrunken head, which is displayed in a glass case, surrounded by lush greenery and exotic plants, evoking the mystique of the Amazon rainforest. The head's features are well-preserved, with intricate facial details and a wide, open mouth. The hair, still growing, cascades down the sides of the head, adding a surreal touch to the already strange and unusual object. 4. Context: Ripley's Odditorium, located in New York City, is a renowned museum dedicated to showcasing a collection of oddities and curiosities from around the world. The institution, founded by Robert Ripley in 1933, has been a source of fascination and wonder for generations, attracting visitors from all corners of the globe. This photograph, taken in 1939, highlights one of the museum's most intriguing exhibits: an Amazonian shrunken human head. 5. Conclusion: This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a time when the world was full of mysteries and unexplored territories. The shrunken human head, with its growing hair, serves as a reminder of the strange and unusual wonders that can be found in the most unexpected places. The image is a testament to the enduring allure of Ripley's Odditorium and the human curiosity that drives us to explore the unknown.
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