"X-ray Of A Leg - Late 19th-early 20th Century "
The discovery of X-rays in 1895 quickly led to clinical experiments and uses that would prove dangerous: treating migraines, adjusting shoes, detecting contraband, fairground shows, portrait photography... This medical image is mounted on cardboard; it should belong to a documentary collection. Albumen print, slightly faded.
cardboard 61 x 48 - photo 28 x 37,5 cm