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Water wheel in Nubia, 1830s C016 / 8979
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Water wheel in Nubia, 1830s C016 / 8979
Water wheel in Nubia. 19th-century artwork of a Persian water wheel being used to raise water from the Nile to irrigate farmland in Nubia. Artwork by Scottish painter David Roberts (1796-1864) with lithography by Louis Haghe (1806-1885). Roberts had toured Egypt, Nubia, the Sinai, the Holy Land, Jordan and Lebanon in 1838 and 1839, producing a vast set of drawings and watercolours. This watercolour was published in Egypt and Nubia (1846-1849). Nubia (now northern Sudan and southern Egypt) was then part of the Ottoman Empire
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1838 1839 1840s Africa African Agriculture Arab Egyptian Farm Farmer Farming Irrigating Livestock Middle East Middle Eastern North Africa North African Ottoman Empire Oxen Raise Raising Sudanese Turn Turning Water Wheel Watering David Roberts Irrigate Irrigation Canal Louis Haghe Nubia Nubian Upper Egypt
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This print showcases a remarkable water wheel in Nubia during the 1830s. The artwork, created by Scottish painter David Roberts and lithographed by Louis Haghe, depicts a Persian water wheel being utilized to raise water from the Nile for irrigation purposes in Nubian farmland. Roberts embarked on an extensive journey through Egypt, Nubia, and other Middle Eastern regions between 1838 and 1839, resulting in a vast collection of drawings and watercolors. Published in "Egypt and Nubia" (1846-1849), this particular watercolor offers a glimpse into the historical significance of agriculture and technology during that era. The image portrays an adult male farmer turning the wheel with oxen while irrigating the land. It beautifully captures both human ingenuity and animal assistance working harmoniously to enhance farming practices. Nubia, which encompasses parts of modern-day Sudan and southern Egypt, was then under Ottoman Empire rule. This artwork not only serves as a visual testament to the region's rich history but also highlights its agricultural prowess. The intricate details within this illustration transport us back to the 19th century when such technological advancements were paramount for sustaining communities. Through this photograph print from Science Photo Library's Asian and Middle Eastern Division at New York Public Library, we are reminded of humanity's ability to harness natural resources creatively for societal progress - an enduring theme throughout history across diverse cultures around the world.
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