EARLY 20th C. PHOTOGRAPH OF A MAN SMOKING TOBACCO WITH PET MONKEY, “JOCKO & I”

$ 26.4

Country of Origin: United States Type: Photograph Antique: Yes Theme: Americana, Animals, Community Life, Domestic & Family Life Production Technique: Gelatin-Silver Print Material: Paper Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1924 Subject: Monkeys Original/Licensed Reprint: Original

Description

Silver gelatin photograph on board titled “Jocko and I” depicting a man smoking rolled tobacco with his pet macaque (monkey species), circa early 20th century. In the background of the photo rests a depiction of early farm life. Jocko was a popular 18th - 19th century nickname given to monkeys and chimpanzees. Condition: Staining, inscribed, loss to edge of photograph, and warped. Measurements: 5.5” x 6.5” All measurements are taken to the nearest half inch.

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