Microscopische opname van zwempoot van een rugzwemmer, 25 keer vergroot 1887 - 1888

This photomicrograph by Dutch photographer Marinus Pieter Filbri, created between 1887 and 1888, showcases a magnified view of the swimming leg of a backswimmer. The image is a circular frame within a square, highlighting the microscopic detail of the leg, which is captured with remarkable clarity. The image demonstrates Filbri's fascination with the natural world and his use of photography to reveal hidden wonders. This work is an excellent example of early photomicrography and the burgeoning interest in scientific visualization in the late 19th century.