Russian biologist and zoologist (1845-1916) best known for his pioneering research into the immune system for which he, with Paul Ehrlich, was awarded the 1908 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. Rare 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of the pioneering immunology researcher by Pierre Petit of Paris, nicely signed on the mount in ink, "Elie Metchnikoff." Reverse is annotated in an unknown hand and bears an affixed newspaper clipping describing the famous Russian scientist. In fine condition, with light scuffing and silvering. Signed photographs of Metchnikoff are exceedingly rare—this is just the second we have offered.
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