Animals at a French Zoo - Wild Boar
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Animals at a French Zoo - Wild Boar
Animals at a French Zoo - Wild Boar - Boars in small cage. Part of Box 209 Boswell collection - Old and New French Zoo. Date: circa 1900
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© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
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This photograph captures a group of wild boars (Sus scrofa) confined in a small cage at a French zoo, circa 1900. The image is part of the extensive Boswell collection, showcasing both old and new French zoos. The wild boars, with their distinctive curved tusks and shaggy coats, huddle together in the dimly lit enclosure, their eyes reflecting a sense of unease and restlessness. The cage bars are visible in the foreground, emphasizing the contrast between the animals' natural habitat and their confined living conditions. The lantern slide, an early form of photographic projection, adds an intriguing layer to the image, transporting us back in time to an era when zoos were primarily intended for scientific study and public entertainment. The use of lantern slides for educational purposes was common during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, making this photograph an invaluable historical record. Despite the advancements in animal welfare and zoo design over the past century, this image serves as a poignant reminder of the ethical dilemmas and challenges faced by zoos in their mission to preserve and protect wildlife for future generations. The wild boars, once free to roam the forests of Europe, now confined to a small cage, symbolize the complex relationship between humans and the natural world.
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