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Coral sellers at the port of Massaua in Eritrea
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Coral sellers at the port of Massaua in Eritrea
Coral sellers at the port of Massaua in Eritrea Africa Eritrea, Massaua, port. Date of Photograph:1920 - 1940
Unidentified Author
BAQ-A-001052-0104
Media ID 33158497
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Black Africans Commerce And Trade Ethnic Traditional Itinerant Vendor Negroid Populations Pedlar Port Ship By Water Ethnography And Folklore For Transportation Landscape Of River Courses Naval And River Of A Group Population And Nationality
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This print takes us back in time to the bustling port of Massaua in Eritrea, Africa. The image captures a group of coral sellers, their vibrant costumes contrasting against the backdrop of the port's architectural structures. Dating between 1920 and 1940, this photograph offers a glimpse into the world of commerce and trade during that era. It portrays an itinerant vendor, dedicated to his work and vocation as he navigates through the busy scene. The landscape is dominated by river courses, emphasizing the importance of water transportation for both people and goods. A ship can be seen docked nearby, further highlighting this vital method of transportation at that time. The individuals depicted are African men with distinct negroid features, representing Eritrea's diverse population and nationality. This ethnographic aspect adds depth to our understanding of anthropology and folklore within this region. The unidentified author skillfully captures not only a moment frozen in time but also provides insight into daily life at Massaua's port. The print showcases both individual portraits as well as a group scene—each person seemingly immersed in their respective roles within this thriving commercial hub. While we may never know who exactly took this photograph or why they did so, its historical significance remains undeniable. It serves as a testament to human enterprise amidst changing landscapes—a reminder that even then, commerce connected distant lands while preserving ethnic traditions unique to Eritrea.
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