![]() ![]() ![]() I found references in the literature for these works in which this material was described as “animal glue” and “resin,” but it was unclear whether it had been characterized accurately. This is because in the locations of these details, the albumen print has been pierced through and backed with a translucent, colored substance resembling hard candy in appearance. The eyes (and other details, such as flames and chandelier candles) glow red or green. One of the most enchanting aspects of these objects is the way the eyes of the skeletons and demons appear when the cards are backlit. While the stereographs were disassembled for treatment, there was an opportunity to examine their inner workings. 1875 ) during treatment, showing a small tear in the bottom right corner After the tear was mended from the verso. From left: Detail of Les Diableries: A46-La Chaudiere du Diable (c. ![]()
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