Cushion : Firewood vendors on the road in Damascus, Syria
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Firewood vendors on the road in Damascus, Syria
Firewood vendors transporting their goods on the road in Damascus, Syria. Date: circa 1915
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Damas Damascus Donkey Donkeys Firewood Goods Mule Mules Pack Ride Rider Roads Sell Seller Sellers Syria Syrian Tradesman Tradesmen Transporting Vendor Vendors
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Refresh your home decor with a beautiful full photo 16"x16" (40x40cm) cushion, complete with cushion pad insert. Printed on both sides and made from 100% polyester with a zipper on the bottom back edge of the cushion cover. Care Instructions: Warm machine wash, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Warm iron inside out. Do not dry clean.
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Estimated Product Size is 40cm x 40cm (15.7" x 15.7")
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Firewood Vendors on the Road in Damascus, Syria (circa 1915) This evocative photograph captures the daily life of firewood vendors in Damascus, Syria during the early 1900s. The image shows several vendors, each riding on mules or donkeys, carefully transporting their goods along a dusty road. The firewood is expertly packed onto the animals, with each piece securely tied down to prevent shifting during the journey. The vendors, dressed in traditional Syrian clothing, appear focused and determined as they make their way through the bustling streets of Damascus. The city's architecture can be seen in the background, with narrow, winding roads and stone buildings providing a scenic backdrop to the scene. Firewood was an essential commodity in Damascus during this time, as it was used for cooking, heating, and other household needs. The vendors played a vital role in providing this essential resource to the community, and their trade was a common sight on the city's streets. Despite the challenges of transporting heavy loads over long distances, the vendors carried on with their work, relying on their animals and their own strength to deliver the firewood to their customers. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of Damascus during the 1910s, showcasing the resilience and resourcefulness of its people.
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