This is an original 1940 halftone print of Dr. J. W. Heim taking a blood sample of a pilot at Wright Field in Riverside, Ohio. The caption writes, "This chart illustrates the atmosphere from the flight surgeon's point of view. Below, Dr. J. W. Heim takes a blood sample in a low-pressure chamber at Wright Field, where the chart conditions are mechanically reproduced..."
CONDITION
This 71+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.
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Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
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Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
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Dimensions: Approximately 3 x 7.25 inches; 8 x 18 cm
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Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
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Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)
Keywords specific to this image: military, war, wartime, experiments, chemistry, experimentation
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