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Bananas Island, sugar cane transported on camel
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Bananas Island, sugar cane transported on camel
Bananas Island, sugar cane transported on camel Egypt. Date of Photograph:1968
Azan Anna
QFA-S-009804-00EG
Media ID 33204669
© Folco Quilici Alinari Archives
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This photograph, titled "Bananas Island, sugar cane transported on camel" transports us back to the enchanting land of Egypt in 1968. Through the lens of Azan Anna, we are granted a glimpse into a moment frozen in time. The image captures the essence of Bananas Island, an oasis nestled amidst the vastness of Egypt's desert landscape. Here, life unfolds with simplicity and harmony as nature's gifts intertwine seamlessly with human ingenuity. A lone camel stands tall against the backdrop of towering palm trees and lush vegetation that thrives under the scorching sun. In this scene, we witness an age-old tradition: sugar cane being transported by these majestic creatures. The sheer strength and resilience displayed by both man and beast is awe-inspiring. As if choreographed by generations past, this rhythmic dance between man and animal symbolizes their symbiotic relationship—a testament to their shared history. Azan Anna's choice to present this photograph in monochrome adds depth to its narrative. The absence of color allows our imagination to fill in vibrant hues while emphasizing textures that might have otherwise gone unnoticed—the roughness of the camel's hide juxtaposed against the smooth stalks of sugar cane it carries. Beyond its aesthetic appeal lies a profound story waiting to be discovered within each element captured within this frame—each grainy detail whispering tales from decades ago. It serves as a reminder that even amidst modernization and progress, echoes from our past continue to resonate through time. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece by Azan Anna from Alinari, we find ourselves drawn into a world where tradition meets innovation—an eternal connection between humanity and nature etched forever onto photographic paper for all generations to appreciate.
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