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Hilger measuring engine, Manila Observatory
Hilger measuring engine, Manila Observatory
Object Number 12-61-70/10861.1.4595.2
Display Title Hilger measuring engine, Manila Observatory
Descriptions
Object Description Written on board: "History / 38-l 3, 4 and 5 Nearer view of the part of the observatory building taken as it was approaching completion / Philippine Weather Bureau. / Gift of / W. C. Forbes, 1912"
Department Photographic
Date 1898-1912
Culture
  • Philippine
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / Philippines / Luzon / <County> / Manila
Materials Print, black and white adhered to Paperboard
Dimensions Overall: 10.16 x 15.24 cm (4 x 6 in.)
Provenance
Donor William Cameron Forbes

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