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Brutus in the zoo, c1907. Creator: Unknown
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Brutus in the zoo, c1907. Creator: Unknown
Brutus in the zoo, c1907. Probably Cincinnati Zoological Garden
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Brutus Cage Caged Lion Mane Ohio United States Of America Zoological Garden Zoological Gardens Company Detroit Publishing Detroit Publishing Co Detroit Publishing Company Dry Plate Negative Glass 8 X 10 In Edwin H Husher William A Livingstone
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In this evocative photograph from the early 1900s, a majestic lion named Brutus stands proudly in his cage at the Cincinnati Zoological Garden. The image, captured around 1907, offers a glimpse into the past of American zoos and the fascination with exotic animals that drew crowds to these institutions. Brutus' powerful stance and regal mane are on full display as he gazes intently at the camera, his piercing eyes seemingly piercing through the photographic glass. The lion's fur is matted and wet, suggesting that the photograph was taken during a rainstorm or a misting session to keep the animals cool in the summer heat. The photograph was likely taken using a dry plate negative process, a popular photographic technique of the time that involved coating a glass plate with a light-sensitive emulsion and developing the image in a darkroom. The resulting image, with its rich tonal range and high contrast, captures the raw beauty and power of Brutus in a way that continues to captivate viewers today. The photograph is attributed to an unknown photographer and was published by Detroit Publishing Company, a prominent American publisher of the time known for its high-quality reproductions of photographs and views of American scenes. The image is now part of the collections of the Library of Congress, a testament to its historical significance and enduring appeal. This photograph offers a window into the past, transporting us back to a time when zoos were a popular destination for entertainment and education, and when the wonders of the natural world could be experienced through the lens of a camera. Brutus, with his fierce presence and unwavering gaze, remains a symbol of the awe and wonder that continues to draw us to zoos and the animals they house.
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