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Caravane Apportant De L Alfa (colour photo)
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Caravane Apportant De L Alfa (colour photo)
2804375 Caravane Apportant De L Alfa (colour photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caravane Apportant De L Alfa. Illustration for Autour Du Monde (L Boulanger, c 1900).); © Look and Learn
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Gabbs Gabes Gaps Kabes Tunisia Tunisie
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This color photograph, titled "Caravane Apportant De L Alfa" transports us back to the 19th century in North Africa. Taken by an anonymous European photographer, this image captures a moment of cultural significance and trade in Tunisia. The photo showcases a caravan making its way through the arid landscape of Gabes, Gaps. The vibrant colors of the traditional clothing worn by the caravan members stand out against the sandy backdrop. Their faces are weathered, reflecting years of traversing these harsh terrains. The purpose of this caravan becomes evident as we notice bundles upon bundles of lalfa being transported on camels' backs. Lalfa is a type of grass used for making ropes and mats—a valuable commodity in those times. This image serves as an illustration for Autour Du Monde (L Boulanger, c 1900), offering viewers a glimpse into the intricate web of global trade during that era. Preserved within a private collection, this rare photograph provides us with insight into historical customs and practices that have shaped North African culture. It reminds us how photography can serve as a time capsule—capturing moments that would otherwise be lost to history. Bridgeman Images has done an exceptional job preserving and sharing this remarkable piece from their Fine Art Finder collection. As we admire this photograph's composition and rich details, it sparks our curiosity about life along ancient trading routes and encourages further exploration into North Africa's fascinating past.
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