Menselijk hoofd op een tafel before 1897

This photograph, "Menselijk hoofd op een tafel," by Frank A. Gilmore, is an example of a photographic illusion. The image depicts a human head seemingly resting on a table, but it is created using trick photography techniques. The head is positioned in a box with an open door, while the table is placed in front of the box. This illusion is a popular form of entertainment and photography, showcasing the creative potential of manipulation and the power of perspective. This small, 108 mm by 80 mm image, captured before 1897, exemplifies the playful spirit of early trick photography.