Portret van een Arabische jongen met ezel, Egypte 1890 - 1900

This black and white photograph, titled "Portret van een Arabische jongen met ezel, Egypte" (Portrait of an Arab Boy with Donkey, Egypt), was taken by C. & G. Zangaki between 1890 and 1900 and is currently part of the collection of the Rijksmuseum. It depicts a young Arab boy, dressed in traditional clothing, standing beside a white donkey. The boy's calm gaze and the donkey's gentle demeanor create a sense of serenity, capturing a fleeting moment in their everyday life. This photographic print, measuring 281 mm in height and 210 mm in width, showcases the photographic techniques used in late 19th-century Egypt, offering a glimpse into the lives of everyday people during this period.