Two men restoring the sperm whale exhibit

Image
Description
Two white men restore the sperm whale skeleton exhibition at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, New York. One stands on scaffolding while the other stands on the skeleton that is suspended with a ropes and pulley system. Other suspended sea animal skeletons are visible in the background.
Note
No date; likely 1953Stamped on back"Please credit photograph to the AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY New York."
Date Issued
1953
Type
Extent
1 photograph : black and white print ; 21 x 26 cm
Publisher
American Museum of Natural History, New York
Time Period
Subject (Geographic)
Rights Note
Items in this collection may be freely viewed, searched, and displayed for research and educational purposes. Permission is required for publication, distribution, or other uses beyond viewing and searching, whether in print or electronic formats.
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Collection Identifier: MS-0187
Source
Digitizing agency: University of Missouri--Kansas City. Library. Dr. Kenneth J. LaBudde Special Collections.
Unit
LaBudde Special Collections