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Egypt, Cairo: search for oil, a caravan of oil researchers in a rest camp in the desert, 1890
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Egypt, Cairo: search for oil, a caravan of oil researchers in a rest camp in the desert, 1890
LUX4788668 Egypt, Cairo: search for oil, a caravan of oil researchers in a rest camp in the desert, 1890; (add.info.: Egypt, Cairo: search for oil, a caravan of oil researchers in a rest camp in the desert, 1890); Photo © Lux-in-Fine
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In the vast and unforgiving desert of Egypt, a caravan of oil researchers takes respite in a makeshift camp. The year is 1890, and these intrepid explorers are on a mission to uncover the rich reserves of black gold hidden beneath the sands.
The scene is one of both hardship and determination. Camels laden with supplies rest alongside weary horses as their human counterparts gather around a tent, seeking shelter from the scorching sun. The landscape stretches out endlessly before them, offering no clues as to where their next discovery may lie.
Despite the challenges they face, there is an air of camaraderie among the group. They share stories by the flickering light of a campfire, finding solace in each other's company as they prepare for another day of laborious work.
This photograph captures a moment frozen in time - a snapshot of an era when exploration was at its peak and new frontiers beckoned to those brave enough to seek them out. It serves as a reminder of the resilience and ingenuity that drove these pioneers forward in their quest for oil riches amidst the harsh beauty of the Egyptian desert.
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