A snapshot of a young boy sitting on an alligator at the alligator farm, Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles, ca. 1920s.
Entry/Object ID
2016.354.1.1
Description
A snapshot photograph of a young boy sitting on an alligator at the alligator farm in Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles, ca. 1920s. Identified as Erlund Field, the young boy sits on top of the alligator holding onto the reigns tied around its jaws. The boy and alligator are inside the fenced off area with what appears to be the caretaker or trainer wearing overalls. Outside the fence are three men looking on. The photograph is mounted with corners onto a tan album sheet. The item is in fair condition with loss at the right edge, abrasions, and has tearing.
