'Un village de pecheurs sur le Niger, pres de Baro; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown

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'Un village de pecheurs sur le Niger, pres de Baro; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. Creator: Unknown

'Un village de pecheurs sur le Niger, pres de Baro; L'Ouest Africain, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

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Un village de pêcheurs sur le Niger, près de Baro; L'Ouest Africain, 1914" is a captivating photograph that offers a glimpse into the daily life of a fishing village situated on the banks of the Niger River in West Africa, during the early 20th century. The image, created by an unknown photographer, was originally published in the German geographical magazine "Grande Geographie Illustree" in 1914. The photograph depicts a serene river scene, with the Niger River meandering through the landscape, its calm waters reflecting the clear blue sky above. The focus of the image, however, is the village itself, nestled on the riverbank. A group of African men can be seen wading in the shallow waters, casting their nets and hauling in their catch. Their dark silhouettes contrast sharply against the bright white sand of the riverbank, creating a striking visual effect. The village is a bustling hive of activity, with women and children going about their daily chores. Some women are seen washing clothes in the river, while others are cooking over open fires or carrying water from the river. The men, having returned from a successful fishing expedition, are busy mending their nets and preparing their boats for the next outing. The photograph is a poignant reminder of a time when the world was still largely unexplored, and the peoples and cultures of Africa were just beginning to be documented by European explorers and travelers. It offers a rare and fascinating glimpse into the daily life of a West African fishing village, and the simple yet profound connection that the people had with the river and the land. Despite the passage of time and the many changes that have taken place since this photograph was taken, it remains a powerful and evocative image, one that transports us back to a bygone era and invites us to reflect on the rich and complex history of Africa and its people.

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