Here's little Percy Putnam cradling his bantam rooster. This is a studio photo, probably from the 1890s. As I've collected these images, I've been surprised at the number of poultry pets. Some children had their pictures taken with their chickens in the farmyard or on the steps of their home, but amazingly many took their chicken or goose in to the photographer's studio for a formal portrait.
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Percy Putnam and his Banty Rooster
Here's little Percy Putnam cradling his bantam rooster. This is a studio photo, probably from the 1890s. As I've collected these images, I've been surprised at the number of poultry pets. Some children had their pictures taken with their chickens in the farmyard or on the steps of their home, but amazingly many took their chicken or goose in to the photographer's studio for a formal portrait.
