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Une ecole au Caire (Egypte). (A School In Cairo). Un instituteur interroge des garcons dans une classe, qui est organisee sur une natte a meme le sol. Un garcon se tient debout parmi les autres, assis lisant leur manuel
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Une ecole au Caire (Egypte). (A School In Cairo). Un instituteur interroge des garcons dans une classe, qui est organisee sur une natte a meme le sol. Un garcon se tient debout parmi les autres, assis lisant leur manuel
FIA5369587 Une ecole au Caire (Egypte). (A School In Cairo). Un instituteur interroge des garcons dans une classe, qui est organisee sur une natte a meme le sol. Un garcon se tient debout parmi les autres, assis lisant leur manuel, la natte est entouree de chaussures et de jarres. Oeuvre de Konstantin Yegorovich Makovsky (Constantin Makovski) (1839-1915), aquarelle sur papier, 1873. Art russe 19e siecle. State Russian Museum, Saint Petersbourg. by Makovsky, Konstantin Egorovich (1839-1915); State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; Photo © Fine Art Images
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This print titled "Une ecole au Caire (Egypte)" captures a poignant scene in Cairo, Egypt. The image depicts a school classroom organized on a mat laid directly on the floor. An attentive teacher stands among the seated boys, questioning them while they read from their textbooks. In the midst of this educational setting, one boy stands out from the rest as he reads his manual while standing. The composition is rich with cultural elements, as shoes and jars surround the mat where the lesson takes place. Created by Konstantin Yegorovich Makovsky in 1873, this watercolor painting showcases his mastery of capturing everyday life scenes with vivid colors. The artwork belongs to the 19th-century Russian art movement and is housed in the State Russian Museum in Saint Petersburg. This remarkable piece not only portrays an ordinary school day but also sheds light on themes such as apprenticeship, poverty, and childhood experiences. Through its Orientalist lens, it offers a glimpse into North African culture and education during that era. The image evokes emotions of admiration for these young students' dedication to learning despite challenging circumstances. This print serves as a reminder of how education can transcend social barriers and ignite hope even amidst hardship. It encapsulates both the struggles faced by these children and their determination to improve their lives through knowledge acquisition.
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