American Opium-Smokers: Interior of a New York Opium Den

American Opium-Smokers: Interior of a New York Opium Den

Collection:
Images from the History of Medicine (IHM)
Contributor(s):
Alexander, J.W., artist
Publication:
[New York] : Harper and Brothers, Oct. 8, 1881
Language(s):
English
Format:
Still image
Abstract:
Interior view of an opium den. Several people, sitting and lying on cots scattered about the room, are smoking opium; an oriental man has entered the room carrying a tray with a glass on it.
Copyright:
The National Library of Medicine believes this item to be in the public domain. (More information)
Extent:
1 print : 27 x 39 cm.
Technique:
wood engraving
NLM Unique ID:
101392816 (See catalog record)
NLM Image ID:
A021165
Permanent Link:
http://resource.nlm.nih.gov/101392816