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Jigsaw Puzzle : 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
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Arabic Cafe Cafes Ensemble Groups Instruments Lute Musician Musicians Pipe Pipes Tambourine Zither Musical Shisha
Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Discover the captivating world of Egyptian culture with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzles collection. This intricately detailed puzzle features an enchanting image of a musical group in an Arabic café in Egypt, brought to you by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Enjoy the thrill of piecing together this vibrant scene filled with both traditional and western dressed musicians, as they play a variety of Arabic instruments, including the traditional oud. Immerse yourself in the rich history and beauty of Egypt, one puzzle piece at a time.
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
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Estimated Product Size is 47.2cm x 31.5cm (18.6" x 12.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) 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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