The drivers of these Turkish ox-carts have stopped to give their animals a rest

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The drivers of these Turkish ox-carts have stopped to give their animals a rest

The drivers of these Turkish ox-carts have stopped to give their animals a rest, or themselves, or both. Date: 1890s

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Carts Drivers Give Rest Stopped

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Amidst the bustling streets of a Turkish bazaar, the drivers of these ox-carts take a moment to pause and give their weary animals a respite. The oxen, harnessed to the carts, lean heavily against the wooden yokes, their breaths coming in labored gasps as they chew on tufts of hay. The drivers themselves, dressed in traditional Turkish garb, sit on the ground beside their animals, their faces etched with lines of fatigue from long hours of labor. The scene is one of quiet stillness, a momentary break in the frenetic pace of transportation and commerce that once defined the streets of this vibrant marketplace. The ox-cart was a common mode of transport in the 1890s, particularly in rural areas and smaller towns where roads were rough and unreliable. The animals, strong and sturdy, were able to navigate the uneven terrain with ease, making them an essential part of daily life. The carts themselves were simple in design, with wooden frames and large, sturdy wheels that could withstand the rigors of the journey. This photograph, taken in the late 1890s, offers a glimpse into the past, a window into a time when transportation was more personal and more connected to the land and the animals that powered it. The drivers and their oxen, pausing in their travels, remind us of the importance of rest and the rhythms of life that have long since been overshadowed by the march of progress.

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