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Donkey helping the postman (photo)
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Donkey helping the postman (photo)
5997781 Donkey helping the postman (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Donkey helping the postman. Illustration for The Clever Animals Picture Book (Ward Lock, c 1945).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23283024
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1940 1949 19401949 1940s Attitudes Baskets Clever Delivering Exploit Exploitation Exploited Forties Helping Intelligence Intelligent Mail Nineteen Forties Postman Strange The Forties Unusual Years 1940 Years 40 Years Forty
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This photograph, titled "Donkey helping the postman" captures a heartwarming moment between man and animal. Taken by an English photographer in the mid-20th century, this image is part of a private collection. The scene depicts a donkey diligently assisting a postman with his daily rounds. The clever animals picture book illustration from which this photo originates showcases the intelligence and resourcefulness of these often underestimated creatures. In an era when mail delivery was predominantly done on foot, this odd but effective partnership demonstrates how animals were exploited to aid human tasks. The donkey stands patiently beside the postman, its back adorned with baskets filled with royal letters waiting to be delivered. This snapshot into history reveals not only the attitudes towards animal exploitation during that time but also highlights the unique bond formed between humans and their working companions. Intriguingly unusual yet undeniably charming, this photograph serves as a reminder of our shared history with animals and invites contemplation about our relationship with them today. It symbolizes both the ingenuity of mankind in utilizing nature's help for practical purposes and raises questions about ethical considerations surrounding such practices. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable piece of early 20th-century history through their fine art print collection, allowing us to appreciate both its historical significance and artistic value.
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