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Photographic Print : Zabbaleen of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt - 11
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Zabbaleen of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt - 11
Zabbaleen of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt. A view of some of the makeshift buildings that have grown among the rubbish tips. This is where the better off Zabballeen people live
circa 1995
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Media ID 19535823
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Burning Dirt Dirty Filth Filthy Garbage Heap Litter Plastic Poor Poverty Recycle Recycling Refuse Rotting Rubbish Scavenger Scavenging Smouldering Squalor Stench Stink Stinking Tips Trash Unclean Waste Zebaleen Unhygienic
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the captivating culture of Cairo through the lens of renowned photographer Philip Dunn. Our exclusive Media Storehouse print features an evocative image of the Zabbaleen community in Mokattam, Egypt. Known as the "garbage people," the Zabbaleen have built their homes among the city's largest rubbish tips. This striking photograph offers a unique glimpse into their lives, showcasing the resilience and resourcefulness of this remarkable community. Order now for a beautiful addition to your home or office decor, and bring the vibrant stories of Cairo into your space.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the daily life of the Zabbaleen community in Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt, circa 1995. The Zabbaleen, also known as the Zabbalin or Zabbaleen, are a group of people who have made a living by scavenging through the city's waste for over a century. In this image, we see some of their makeshift homes built amongst the rubbish tips. The scene is a stark reminder of the harsh realities of poverty and the challenges faced by those living in insanitary and unhygienic conditions. The smoke and stench rising from the smouldering rubbish heaps add to the sense of squalor and filth. The unclean environment is a stark contrast to the vibrant colors and patterns of the Zabbaleen's homes, which show their resourcefulness and creativity in transforming the waste into a living space. The image also highlights the importance of recycling and the role the Zabbaleen played in Cairo's waste management system before the introduction of modern waste disposal methods. Despite the difficult living conditions, the Zabbaleen community has a rich cultural heritage and a strong sense of community. The photograph offers a glimpse into their daily lives, revealing the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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