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This is a photograph of the lunar surface. The image shows a detailed view of the Moon's terrain, including a variety of craters and textures. The craters are of different sizes, some deeply shadowed, adding depth to the composition. The lighting suggests a specific phase of the Moon, with shadows creating relief across the landscape. The image captures the rugged surface and intricate details of the lunar maria and highlands, offering a scientific portrayal of our closest celestial neighbor.

Carte photographique de la lune, planche XI.A (Photographic Chart of the Moon, plate XI.A)

Charles Le Morvan (French, 1865 - 1933)

August 26, 1907, printed 1914 · photogravure

National Gallery of Art · Pepita Milmore Memorial Fund

Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0)

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