Gezicht op de Avenue de France in Tunis met stadspoort, winkels en voorbijgangers op 14 juli (quatorze juillet) c. 1880 - 1900

This photograph, taken sometime between 1880 and 1900, captures a bustling scene on Avenue de France in Tunis, Tunisia. The image shows a crowded street lined with shops and buildings, featuring a glimpse of a city gate. The presence of a streetcar suggests a modernizing Tunis, while the many flags and people celebrating on July 14th hint at a national holiday, possibly Bastille Day. AM, the anonymous artist, has captured a moment of everyday life in a colonial city, giving a glimpse into Tunis at a time of significant change. The image offers a valuable insight into the urban landscape and social dynamics of Tunisia during this period.