Persoon vult een waterton in Wadi Feiran c. 1850 - 1865

This black and white photograph, taken by renowned English photographer Francis Frith, captures a scene of daily life in the Wadi Feiran region of Egypt. The image, titled "Filling Water Skins in Wady Feiran (Paran)," showcases a person filling a waterskin with water, a task that likely reflects the importance of water in the arid region. The photograph is part of Frith's extensive documentation of the Middle East, which helped to bring distant cultures closer to a European audience. His work provides valuable insights into the lives of people in the region during the mid-19th century. This image, dating to c. 1850-1865, is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, showcasing Frith's contribution to the field of travel photography.