Actress Edna Aslin modeling political bathing suit, Santa Monica, 1931
Contributor
University of California, Los Angeles. -- Library. -- Dept. of Special Collections (repository) Bartlett, Adelbert, 1887-1966 (photographer) Democratic Party (U.S.) -- In art -- California -- Santa Monica (subject) Aslin, Edna (subject) Republican Party (U.S. : 1854-) -- In art -- California -- Santa Monica (subject)
copyrighted The copyright holder of these items has granted the UC Regents permission to make them publicly available on the web.
Description
IMDb lists Edna Aselin as an alternate name for actress Edna Aslin, appearing in movies from 1929 to 1935 Edna Aslin, in long shot with hands on hips and with buildings in background, modeling bathing suit embellished with donkeys and elephants Handwritten on edge of negative: Edna Aselin 1055 Text from nitrate negative sleeve: 1054-1055, Edna Aselin 19[struck out: 28] 1931 516 BA THE POLITICAL BATHING SUIT IS INTRODUCED IN CALIFORNIA. Santa Monica, Cal...Miss Edna Aselin one of those real California beauties, introduces the newest in beach attire, the political bathing suit. Her chic one piece knitted suit is adorned with elephants and donkies, the symbols of the principal American parties. Access to this collection is generously supported by Arcadia funds.
If you're wondering about permissions and what you can do with this item, a good starting point is the "rights information" on this page. See our terms of use for more tips.
Share your story
Has Calisphere helped you advance your research, complete a project, or find something meaningful? We'd love to hear about it; please send us a message.
