Groep mensen bij de Bittermeren in de landengte van Suez 1863 - 1890

This photograph by Hippolyte Arnoux, taken sometime between 1863 and 1890, depicts a group of people standing near the Bitter Lakes in the Suez Isthmus. The image is composed of a wide-angle view with a clear horizon line. The figures stand on a sandy path in front of a wooden structure, providing a glimpse into daily life at a site of intense activity. The Bitter Lakes are a group of salt lakes connected by a narrow channel. The Suez Canal, a critical waterway connecting the Mediterranean and Red Seas, was built through this area. This photograph provides a glimpse into the historical context surrounding the construction of the canal.