Marktstraat in Smyrna met op de voorgrond een man met een dromedaris by Rubellin

Marktstraat in Smyrna met op de voorgrond een man met een dromedaris c. 1880 - 1890

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photo of handprinted image

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aged paper

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light pencil work

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wedding photograph

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photo restoration

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wedding photography

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old-timey

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19th century

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watercolour illustration

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watercolor

This photograph, "Marktstraat in Smyrna met op de voorgrond een man met een dromedaris," by Rubellin, captures a bustling street scene in Smyrna (modern-day İzmir, Turkey) around the late 19th century. The image showcases a crowded street lined with buildings, with a man and his camel prominently featured in the foreground. The presence of a mosque in the background further highlights the city's rich cultural and religious heritage. This snapshot of daily life in Smyrna offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the city's architecture, its diverse population, and the role of camels in transportation during that era. The photograph is a testament to Rubellin's skill in capturing the essence of a place and time through a single image, offering viewers a window into a bygone era.

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