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Chimpanzees as policemen
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Two chimpanzees dressed as policemen, standing holding guns. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)
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H. Armstrong Roberts
Media ID 11928250
1950 1959 Apes Character Chimpanzee Creature Dressed Holding Life Living Making A Face Military Uniform Monkey Monochrome Pair Police Force Policeman Security Two Animals Uniforms Zoology Chimpanzees Chimps Silly Simian
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into a whimsical world of imagination with this charming Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic photograph by H. Armstrong Roberts, two playful chimpanzees don the uniforms and hats of policemen, complete with guns in hand. This vintage image, captured in the 1950s, brings a delightful twist to the traditional notion of law enforcement. Add a touch of humor and surprise to your space with this unique and captivating piece of art.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.4cm x 50.8cm (18.7" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this intriguing vintage photograph captured in the United States during the 1950s, we are transported to a whimsical world where chimpanzees take on the role of policemen. Dressed in full police uniforms, these two mischievous chimps stand tall and proud, holding guns with an air of authority. The monochrome composition adds a timeless quality to the image, emphasizing their character and charm. This snapshot offers a playful glimpse into our fascination with anthropomorphizing animals. With their expressive faces making comical expressions, it's hard not to smile at their antics. These intelligent creatures seem almost aware of the absurdity of their roles as they humorously mimic human behavior. Beyond its entertainment value, this photograph also invites contemplation about our relationship with animals and how we perceive them within society. It challenges us to question traditional notions of power and authority by placing these typically wild creatures in positions associated with security and law enforcement. As we admire this unique piece from H. Armstrong Roberts' collection, let us appreciate both its artistic merit and its ability to spark curiosity about our complex connection with nature. Through his lens, Roberts captures a moment that is simultaneously amusing and thought-provoking—a testament to his skill as a photographer who masterfully blurs the line between reality and imagination.
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