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Alligators on Porch Steps
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Alligators on Porch Steps

Dateabout 1900
MediumPhotography; gelatin emulsion on glass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 5 x 6 3/4in. (12.7 x 17.1cm)
Plate (height x width): 5 x 7in. (12.7 x 17.8cm)
Credit LineGift of the Rosalie Thorne McKenna Foundation
DescriptionThree stuffed alligators are on porch steps, two with sticks propping their mouths open. There are potted plants and rocking chairs on the porch behind them.
Object number2011.344.114
Markings"114" on sticker affixed to plastic bag housing negativeInscribedGlass side, bottom right: "114" in white grease pencilNotesThe writing on the index card attached to the verso of the contact print indicates that there is some debate about where this was taken, Okeetee Club or someplace in Palm Beach, Florida, where Joe's Alligator Farm was located.
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