Mouse Mat : Egypt - River Nile - Water carriers fill their water skins
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Egypt - River Nile - Water carriers fill their water skins
Slightly before Mr Evian, Mr Volvic and Mr Malvern took a firm grip on the market, this is how visitors to Egypt were supplied with fresh drinking water! Here, Egyptian water sellers / carriers fill up their skins with water direct from the River Nile
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Media ID 4398167
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Carriers Dangerous Direct Fill Fresh Goat Hygiene Nile Sellers Skin Skins Supply
Mouse Pad
Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 15.8cm (9.3" x 6.2")
Estimated Product Size is 23.7cm x 20.2cm (9.3" x 8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a scene from a bygone era in Egypt, where water carriers were the unsung heroes responsible for supplying fresh drinking water to visitors. Long before the days of bottled water brands like Evian, Volvic, and Malvern dominating the market, these Egyptian water sellers filled their skins directly from the mighty River Nile.
The image offers a glimpse into a time when access to clean drinking water was not as simple as turning on a tap. The sight of these carriers diligently filling up their goat skin containers with river water speaks volumes about the ingenuity and resourcefulness of ancient civilizations.
However, it also serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced in maintaining hygiene and sanitation standards in historical times. Drinking directly from the Nile was undoubtedly risky due to potential contamination and health hazards lurking beneath its murky surface.
Yet despite the dangers posed by this method of water supply, these resilient individuals carried out their duties with unwavering dedication. Their role in ensuring that travelers had access to vital hydration highlights the crucial importance of reliable water sources throughout history.
This evocative snapshot encapsulates both the beauty and harsh realities of life along one of Africa's most iconic rivers, offering viewers a window into Egypt's rich cultural heritage.
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