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Keep Smiling! Young Giant Panda taking a photograph
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Keep Smiling! Young Giant Panda taking a photograph
The tables are turned in this fantastic postcard showing a Giant Panda taking a photograph of onlookers, unlike the normal situation where the panda is the subject of the onlookers attention. The title of the card is Keep Smiling!". The pictured panda is Ming, the first panda in UK (1938-1944). Date: circa 1939
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Camera Conservation Giant Icon Iconic Ming Panda Pandas Photographer Staged Tables Taking Tripod Turned
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: A Playful Moment in Panda History This delightful postcard captures a rare and whimsical moment in the history of giant panda conservation. The title of the card, "Keep Smiling!", sets the tone for the unexpected scene before us. In this image, the tables are turned as Ming, the first giant panda to live in the UK (1938-1944), takes the role of the photographer. Ming, a beloved icon of the animal kingdom, is often the subject of fascination and admiration. However, in this playful scene, he is the one behind the camera, capturing the moment for his onlookers. Dressed in a red t-shirt and standing on a wooden chair, Ming holds a camera in his dexterous paws, a tripod steadying it in front of him. His curious and intelligent eyes are focused on the scene before him, as if ensuring the perfect shot. The onlookers, likely zoo visitors, are unaware of the role reversal, with their smiles and expressions of wonder captured for posterity. This staged photograph not only showcases Ming's unique personality but also highlights the bond that had formed between him and his human admirers. This image is a testament to the history of giant panda conservation efforts, which began in earnest in the late 1930s. Ming's arrival in the UK marked a significant milestone in the study and preservation of this iconic species. This postcard serves as a reminder of the importance of conservation and the special connection between humans and these magnificent creatures.
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