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Beni Abbes, Algeria: Loading a camel for a depart in the Saharan desert, 1895
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Beni Abbes, Algeria: Loading a camel for a depart in the Saharan desert, 1895
LUX4728682 Beni Abbes, Algeria: Loading a camel for a depart in the Saharan desert, 1895; (add.info.: Beni Abbes, Algeria: Loading a camel for a depart in the Saharan desert, 1895); Photo © Lux-in-Fine
Media ID 38441762
© Photo © Lux-in-Fine / Bridgeman Images
Accessories Algeria Algeria Algerian Algerian Algerians Algerie Bags Camel Camels Maghrebin Maghrebine Purse Arab Civilization Arab Culture Arabians Maghreb Maghrebi Maghrebian
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from 1895, we are transported to the vast and unforgiving Saharan desert in Beni Abbes, Algeria. The image captures a moment of preparation as a camel is being loaded for a departure into the endless dunes. The scene is filled with an air of anticipation and adventure, as the camel stands tall and proud, ready to embark on its journey.
The details in the photograph are striking - from the traditional clothing worn by the individuals involved in loading the camel, to the intricate accessories like bags and purses that adorn them. The presence of military uniforms hints at a colonial influence in this North African region during that time period.
As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, we can almost feel the heat of the desert sun beating down on us and hear the soft whispers of sand carried by gentle winds. It serves as a reminder of both the harsh realities faced by those who traversed these arid lands centuries ago, as well as their resilience and determination to conquer nature's challenges.
This print is not just a visual representation of history; it is a window into a world where humans coexist with animals like camels, relying on each other for survival in one of Earth's most extreme environments.
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