It's important to note:
* Temple was only 6 years old at the time. She was a huge star, but the image of her sitting on Gable's lap was meant to be humorous and endearing, highlighting the contrast between their ages and fame.
* The event was not an official Academy Awards ceremony. It was a private event held by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, not the grand ceremony we know today.
This image is widely recognized as one of the most iconic moments in film history and a charming representation of the era's innocent charm.