Bab Zuweila, Caïro, Egypte by James A. Smal[?]

Bab Zuweila, Caïro, Egypte c. 1890 - 1920

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photo of handprinted image

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aged paper

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homemade paper

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pale palette

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pastel soft colours

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muted colour palette

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pale colours

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light coloured

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white palette

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soft colour palette

This black and white photograph, "Bab Zuweila, Caïro, Egypte," by James A. Smal[?], was taken sometime between 1890 and 1920. The image captures a bustling scene in Cairo, Egypt, with a large, imposing archway in the foreground. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of the city, showcasing figures in traditional clothing moving through the passageway. The work is a valuable record of architectural history and social life during the late 19th and early 20th centuries in Cairo. The photograph likely served as a travel souvenir or as a document of the era.

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