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1984 Louisiana World Fair [dolphin hologram]
Major collection: Holography
Named collection: Holography Collection
Object type: hologram
Maker: unknown
Date made: circa 1984
Materials: dichromated gelatin (reflection); glass
Measurements: 5 in x 2 3/4 in x 2 1/2 in
Classification: holograms
Please note that due to the unique challenges of holography as a medium, high-resolution digital images are not available for most items in the holography collection. Please contact us for more information on reproducing images of holograms.
MOH-1993.47.050.04
Named collection: Holography Collection
Object type: hologram
Maker: unknown
Date made: circa 1984
Materials: dichromated gelatin (reflection); glass
Measurements: 5 in x 2 3/4 in x 2 1/2 in
Classification: holograms
Curved piece of thick black plexiglas that stands on its own; serves as a display and reads `1984 Louisiana World Fair'; the Exposition's logo appears at the center (circle with waves and `84'); adhered to top is a round dichromated gelatin hologram, showing a side view of a dolphin; natural or greenish-blue color, depending on angle of light.
Please note that due to the unique challenges of holography as a medium, high-resolution digital images are not available for most items in the holography collection. Please contact us for more information on reproducing images of holograms.
MOH-1993.47.050.04