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Algeria - A Young Ouled Bootblack
Algeria - A Young Ouled Bootblack. Date: circa 1907
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Algeria - A Young Ouled Bootblack (circa 1907): A captivating image of a young Ouled boy, kneeling on a dusty street in Algeria, shining a pair of European shoes. The North African landscape serves as the backdrop to this scene, with the sun casting long shadows and the warm hues of the earth and the boy's cap adding depth to the image. The Ouled, a Berber people of Algeria, were known for their skills as shoe shiners, providing a vital service to European settlers and travelers. The boy, dressed in traditional attire, wears a red fez cap and holds a brush and a can of polish in each hand. His youthful expression and attentiveness to his work convey a sense of pride and determination. This photograph, taken in the early 1900s, offers a glimpse into the daily life of the Ouled people and their role in Algerian society during a time of significant cultural exchange between Europeans and North Africans. The image is a poignant reminder of the rich history and diverse communities that have shaped Algeria and the African continent as a whole.
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