Title

Papyrus reed

Caption

Papyrus reed (Cyperus papyrus) being used to make writing material. Stem of the reed used to make a form of paper. Also used to produce fibre for sails, mats, cloth, etc, and roots used as fuel. Pith used as food. Artist's reconstruction. Liebig trade card c1900. Chromolithograph

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Photos12.com - Ann Ronan Picture Library

Credit line

Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library

Reference

ARP07097_390002210

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Rights managed

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23,4Mb (2,7Mb) / 11,8in x 7,7in / 3543 x 2312 (300dpi)