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Cotton gin and pressing shop in a Somalian village
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Cotton gin and pressing shop in a Somalian village
Cotton gin and pressing shop in a Somalian village Africa. Date of Photograph:1930-1945
Unidentified Author
FVQ-F-153901-0000
Media ID 33301499
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Container Factory Industrial Industry Laboratory Workshop Worker Applied Arts And Crafts Workshop
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This photo print, titled "FVQ-F-153901-0000" takes us back in time to a Somalian village during the years 1930-1945. The image showcases a cotton gin and pressing shop, providing a glimpse into the local industry of that era. The workshop depicted in the photograph is an impressive structure, showcasing elements of architecture and building design specific to its purpose. Its windows allow natural light to flood in, illuminating the space where workers diligently carry out their tasks. The decoration and sections within the building add character to this industrial setting. Intriguingly, we see a worker wearing a headdress, which could be civilian or even military or religious in nature. This detail adds cultural significance to the image, highlighting how fashion and clothing can reflect one's identity within their community. Various objects are scattered throughout the workshop - containers filled with raw materials or finished products perhaps - emphasizing the industrious nature of this environment. It is fascinating to imagine how these items were utilized during that period. Although we do not know who specifically captured this moment in time as it was taken by an unidentified author from Alinari, it serves as a valuable historical record. This print allows us to appreciate both the craftsmanship involved in creating textiles and gain insight into life within this Somalian village many decades ago.
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