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N.R. Wood of Smithsonian Institution - Mounting Birds, 1916. Creator: Unknown
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N.R. Wood of Smithsonian Institution - Mounting Birds, 1916. Creator: Unknown
N.R. Wood of Smithsonian Institution - Mounting Birds, 1916
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This photograph, taken in the 1910s, captures N.R. Wood of the Smithsonian Institution in the act of mounting a bird at the Harris Ewing Photographic Studio. The image showcases Wood's dedication and expertise in the field of ornithology and taxidermy. With a keen focus on the task at hand, Wood's bearded face is etched with the lines of a seasoned craftsman, his eyes squinting slightly as he examines the bird's intricate plumage. The setting of the photograph is a cluttered workspace, filled with various bird specimens, tools, and glass negatives. Wood wears a simple shirt and trousers, his hands calloused from years of handling birds and other natural specimens. The bird, a bird of prey, is spread-eagled on a table, its wings carefully arranged and its eyes glassy and fixed. This photograph is a testament to the important role that the Smithsonian Institution played in the education and documentation of natural history during the early 20th century. Wood's profession as a taxidermist and his work at the Smithsonian Institution were essential to the preservation and study of birds and other wildlife. The image also highlights the meticulous process of mounting birds, which required a great deal of skill and patience. The photograph is part of the Harris Ewing Collection at the Library of Congress, a vast archive of historical images that chronicles American life from the late 19th to the mid-20th century. The image's significance lies not only in its depiction of a dedicated scientist at work but also in its contribution to the historical record of American science and natural history.
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