Poster Print : 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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Carriers Dangerous Direct Fill Fresh Goat Hygiene Nile Sellers Skin Skins Supply
20x30 inch Poster Print
Discover the rich history and culture of Egypt with our stunning poster print, "Egypt - River Nile - Water carriers fill their water skins." This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the bustling banks of the Nile River. Before the era of bottled water, water carriers played a vital role in supplying fresh drinking water to visitors and locals alike. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and let it tell a story of a time before modern conveniences. Add this beautiful poster print to your collection and enjoy the timeless allure of Egypt's ancient past.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 76.8cm x 49.1cm (30.2" x 19.3")
Estimated Product Size is 76.8cm x 51.4cm (30.2" x 20.2")
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.
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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