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Framed Print : Musical group in an Arabic cafe in Egypt
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Musical group in an Arabic cafe in Egypt
Ensemble of male and female Egyptian musicians in western and traditional dress. In the back, men are holding traditional Arabic instruments such as a traditional lute (oud), a zither (qanun) and a tambourine (riq). In the front, a woman is smoking from a hokkah pipe. Date: circa 1908
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Media ID 14402476
© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Arabic Cafe Cafes Ensemble Groups Instruments Lute Musician Musicians Pipe Pipes Tambourine Zither Musical Shisha
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring the vibrant culture and rich history of Egypt into your home with our stunning Framed Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image features a musical group in an Arabic cafe, where men in western and traditional dress play a harmonious blend of instruments, including the traditional lute (oud). Transport yourself to the heart of Egyptian music and art with this evocative, rights managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online. Perfect for adding a unique touch to any room in your home or office.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 25.2cm (15.6" x 9.9")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the enchanting scene of an Egyptian musical ensemble performing in an Arabic cafe around the year 1908. The image is filled with a rich blend of contrasts, as both male and female musicians, dressed in a mix of western and traditional attire, come together to create a harmonious symphony of sounds. In the background, the men proudly hold and play traditional Arabic instruments, such as the oud, a pear-shaped lute with a long neck and a large soundbox; the qanun, a plucked zither with seventy-two strings; and the riq, a tambourine with jingles used to keep time and add rhythm to the music. The captivating atmosphere of the cafe is further enhanced by the presence of a woman in the foreground, elegantly smoking from a hokkah pipe. The hokkah, a traditional Arabic water pipe, is filled with sweetened tobacco and is often shared among friends and family, adding to the sense of camaraderie and relaxation. The musicians' passionate expressions and the intricate details of their instruments convey the deep connection between music and culture in Egypt during this era. This photograph is a beautiful testament to the enduring power of music to bring people together, transcending boundaries and bridging the gap between tradition and modernity.
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