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Thats no way to use a chair, dear, gorilla Josephine (left) seems
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Thats no way to use a chair, dear, gorilla Josephine (left) seems
Thats no way to use a chair, dear, gorilla Josephine (left) seems to be saying with the reproving glance to her mate Congo, who looks suitably abashed.
The couple give Bristol Zoo, where they are new arrivals, the claim to being the only zoo in Britain with a pair, male and female, of gorillas.
22 October 1954
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Media ID 10960104
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1950s Animal Animal Crackers Animals Enclosure Funny Humour Nineteen Fifties Rope
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the 1950s at Bristol Zoo, where a pair of gorillas named Josephine and Congo steal the show. The image captures a humorous moment between the two primates as Josephine appears to scold her mate Congo for his unconventional use of a chair. With a reproving glance, she seems to be saying, "That's no way to use a chair, dear". As new arrivals at Bristol Zoo, Josephine and Congo hold an esteemed title - they are the only male-female gorilla couple in any British zoo. Their presence adds excitement and intrigue to this already beloved establishment. The photograph showcases not only their unique relationship but also highlights their playful nature within their enclosure. A rope hangs above them, perhaps serving as both entertainment and exercise equipment for these majestic creatures. This snapshot from the past evokes nostalgia for simpler times when animal crackers were enjoyed by children everywhere. It reminds us that even in captivity, animals possess humor and personality that can bring joy into our lives. General's lens has perfectly captured this endearing moment between Josephine and Congo - one filled with amusement, love, and gentle reprimand.
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