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Group of Street Musicians - Turkey
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Group of Street Musicians - Turkey
Group of Turkish street musicians eat bread served off a drum. In Turkey the principle constituent of every meal is bread, with meat or fish serving only as the adjunct
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This evocative image captures a moment in the rich cultural history of Turkey, as a group of street musicians take a break from their performance to share a simple meal. The scene unfolds on the cobblestone streets of an ancient city, likely Constantinople or Istanbul, once the heart of the Ottoman Empire. The musicians, their faces expressive and focused as they play traditional tunes, have paused to savor the constant companion of every Turkish meal: bread. The round loaf, freshly baked and still warm, is presented on the drum, a common and versatile instrument in Turkish music. As they chew and converse, the musicians demonstrate the deep connection between food and community in Turkish culture. Bread, the principle constituent of every meal, provides sustenance and unity, while meat or fish serves only as an adjunct. This historical photograph transports us back in time, inviting us to witness a moment of shared experience and connection. The musicians, their instruments, and the warm bread on the drum, all come together to create a vivid tableau of Turkish history and tradition.
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