This is a photograph of the moon. It shows the moon's surface in black and white, showcasing various craters, marian basins, and textures. The lighting highlights the ruggedness and depth of the lunar surface, creating contrasting shadows and bright areas. The image captures a partially illuminated moon, emphasizing its spherical form. The signature and date at the bottom edge hint towards a specific historical moment.

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Photographie de la lune a son 1er Quartier

Lewis M. Rutherfurd (American, 1816 - 1892)

March 6, 1865

Medium: albumen silver print
Classification: Photograph
Dimensions: image: 37.15 x 27.31 cm (14 5/8 x 10 3/4 in.) ; mount: 53.66 x 35.56 cm (21 1/8 x 14 in.)
Culture: American
Museum: National Gallery of Art, CPH
Credit line: Gift of Mary and Dan Solomon and Patrons' Permanent Fund
Rights: Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it: Kids profiles and older: it shows nature, places, still life or a children's book. How works are placed

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