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Arab woman with goatskin butter churn, near Cairo, Egypt
Arab woman with a goatskin butter churn suspended from the broken stem of a date palm, at a village near Cairo, Egypt. A woman stands alongside with a child sitting on her shoulder. Date: 1922
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Jigsaw Puzzle (500 Pieces)
Experience the rich tapestry of Egyptian culture with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the evocative image of an Arab woman skillfully churning butter using a goatskin container, suspended from the stem of a date palm, near Cairo, Egypt. This intriguing photograph, taken in 1922, captures a moment in time that showcases the traditional ways of life in this historic region. Immerse yourself in the details of the image, from the intricate patterns on the woman's clothing to the expressions on their faces, as you piece together this beautiful and intriguing puzzle. A perfect addition to any home or office, this jigsaw puzzle is not only a fun and engaging activity, but a window into the past. Bring history to life with Media Storehouse's Arab woman jigsaw puzzle.
500 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 38x50cm 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 38cm x 50.2cm (15" x 19.8")
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.
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This evocative photograph captures the daily life of an Arab woman from a rural village near Cairo, Egypt, during the 1920s. The woman is shown expertly churning butter using a traditional goatskin churn, suspended from the broken stem of a date palm. The date palm, a symbol of the arid Middle Eastern landscape, adds a sense of place and context to the image. The woman's traditional attire, including a flowing headscarf and long, flowing robe, is typical of the region. She wears intricate jewelry, including bangles on her arms and ankles, and a necklace adorned with precious stones. A child, perched on her shoulder, observes the process with curiosity. The simple yet effective technology of the goatskin butter churn has been used for centuries in the Middle East and North Africa as a means of producing butter from the abundant supply of goat's milk. The process involves suspending the churn from a tall, sturdy object, such as a date palm stem, and then manually churning the milk until the butter separates from the buttermilk. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the lives of the Arab people during a time when traditional ways of life were still prevalent. It is a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and resilience of communities in the Middle East and North Africa, and the importance of preserving their customs and traditions for future generations.
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