Babe Ruth in "Perfect Control" photograph
Dateprobably 1931
DescriptionA black-and-white photograph of Babe Ruth in the short movie "Perfect Control." He is wearing a replica New York Yankees uniform and has his fist up in the air. He is standing next to actor Franklin Pangborn, who has a surprised expression on his face. He is wearing a suit and glasses. There are math equations on a chalkboard behind them. This movie was released February 1, 1932, so this photograph was probably taken in 1931.
Object numberBL-1999-03769-142
Subject
Ruth, Babe, 1895-1948
Classificationsphotographic materials
Collection NumberBA PHT 012 Hall of Famers photographic materials
Dimensions9.5 x 7.5 in.
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