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Water Cart, Aden, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
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Water Cart, Aden, c1918-c1939. Creator: Unknown
Water Cart, Aden, c1918-c1939. From an album of postcards
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Aden Arabia Arabic Barrel Barrels Camel Camels Cart Leading Local People Middle Eastern Yemen Yemeni Gulf Of Aden Water Cart
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This photo print, titled "Water Cart, Aden" transports us back to the early 20th century in Yemen. Taken between 1918 and 1939 by an unknown photographer, this image captures a scene of daily life in Aden. In the foreground stands a camel-drawn water cart, its barrels filled with precious water for the local community. The man leading the camel is dressed in traditional Middle Eastern attire, representing the hardworking locals who relied on such carts for their livelihoods. The barren landscape and scorching sun serve as reminders of the challenging conditions faced by those living in this arid region. As we gaze at this vintage postcard from Asia's Gulf of Aden, we are transported to a time when road transport was scarce and camels were essential means of transportation. The monochrome aesthetic adds depth to this historical snapshot, emphasizing both the simplicity and significance of everyday tasks like fetching water. Preserved by The Print Collector, this photograph offers us a glimpse into a different era - one where people worked tirelessly under harsh circumstances to sustain their communities. It serves as a reminder of our shared human experience across time and geography.
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