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Kabyle - Arab man in Algeria, North Africa
19th century vintage photograph: Kabyle - Arab man in Algeria, North Africa
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Media ID 23416568
© Mary Evans / Pump Park Photography
Algeria Arab Ethnicity Ethnographic Kabyle Tourist Albumen
18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
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Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This vintage photograph captures the image of a Kabyle man from Algeria, North Africa, during the 19th century. The Kabyle people are an indigenous Berber ethnic group, known for their distinctive culture and traditions, which have survived through the centuries. The man in the photograph is dressed in traditional attire, with a red fez cap and a long, flowing robe. He is standing in front of a backdrop of ancient architecture, which speaks to the rich history and complex layers of Algerian culture. The photograph, taken during the 1870s, 1880s, or 1890s, is an ethnographic record of a people and a place that have long been shaped by the interplay of various civilizations. The building in the background, with its intricate arches and ornate details, is a testament to the region's architectural heritage. The city or town in the background, with its narrow streets and traditional houses, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the Kabyle people during this era. The photograph is part of an album, likely belonging to a traveler or an explorer, who captured images of the diverse people and places they encountered during their journeys. The vintage photograph, with its albumen print process, adds to its historical significance, as this method was widely used during the Victorian era for producing high-quality, detailed images. This photograph is a valuable historical artifact that offers insights into the early days of Algerian history, as well as the cultural and ethnic diversity of North Africa during the 19th century. It invites us to reflect on the complexities of the region's past, and the enduring resilience of its people in the face of historical change.
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