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Arab porters in Iraq
Arab porters in Iraq carrying long planks of wood through a palm grove. Date: 1910s
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Media ID 18072811
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Arab Carries Carry Coolie Coolies Grove Iraq Iraqi Oasis Palm Planks Porter Porters
20x30 inch Poster Print
Bring the history of the Middle East to your walls with our Arab Porters in Iraq poster print. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, takes you back in time to the 1910s as Arab porters skillfully navigate through a palm grove, carrying long planks of wood on their backs. Add an authentic and intriguing touch to your home or office decor with this high-quality, rights-managed print from Media Storehouse. Transport yourself to another era and ignite conversation with this evocative and enriching addition to your space.
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 48.7cm (30.2" x 19.2")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures a moment in time from the early 1910s, depicting a group of Arab porters making their way through an Iraqi palm grove, each carrying long planks of wood balanced precariously on their shoulders. The scene transports us back to a period when Iraq was still largely an unexplored and rugged terrain, and the use of porters was a common means of transportation for goods and supplies. The porters, dressed in traditional clothing, are shown in a determined and focused manner as they navigate the uneven and rocky ground, their faces set with concentration as they carry the heavy loads. The palm grove, with its lush vegetation and shimmering oasis, provides a stark contrast to the arid landscape that surrounds it, offering a glimpse into the region's natural beauty and resilience. The coolies, as they were often referred to, played a vital role in the transportation of goods across Iraq and other parts of the Middle East during this era. Their labor was essential for the construction of infrastructure projects, such as railways and roads, as well as for the transportation of goods between different markets and trading centers. Despite the harsh conditions and long hours, the porters carried on with their work, driven by the need to provide for their families and contribute to their communities. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the human spirit and resilience, as well as the important role that laborers played in shaping the history of Iraq and the Middle East.
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