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Metal Print : Zabbaleen of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt - 2
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Zabbaleen of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt - 2
Zabbaleen children on the rubbish tips of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt. A femae child wearing what might once have been a pretty pink dress. It is now ragged and filthy Date: circa 1995
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Media ID 19535809
© Philip Dunn / Mary Evans Picture Library
Dirt Dirty Filth Filthy Heap Labor Labour Plastic Poor Poverty Recycle Recycling Refuse Rubbish Scavenger Scavenging Stench Stink Stinking Tips Trash Waste Worker Zebaleen
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the captivating story of Zabbaleen children, captured in a poignant moment of their daily life on the rubbish tips of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt, into your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints. This evocative image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, dates back to circa 1995 and showcases a young girl in a once-pretty pink dress now worn ragged and filthy. Our high-quality metal prints are not just beautiful works of art, but also a conversation starter, adding depth and character to any space. With vibrant colors and exceptional detail, these prints are sure to leave a lasting impression.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 61.5cm x 41.2cm (24.2" x 16.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the daily reality of childhood in the Mokattam community of Cairo, Egypt, where the Zabbaleen, or garbage collectors, have made their living for generations. The image shows two young children, a girl in a once-pink dress now ragged and filthy, and a boy, both intently sifting through the mountains of waste that form their playground and source of livelihood. The scene is one of stark contrasts - the vibrant colors of the children's clothing clash with the drab, gray backdrop of the rubbish heap, and the innocence of their youth is juxtaposed with the harsh realities of their environment. The air is thick with the acrid smell of burning plastic and the stench of decaying waste, while the sun casts an eerie glow over the scene. The Zabbaleen, who have long been the city's unofficial recyclers, sort and process the waste, salvaging valuable materials that can be sold for reuse. Despite the challenges they face, these children and their families have adapted to their circumstances, creating a community that is resilient and resourceful in the face of poverty and hardship.
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