Algeria, Algiers: commercial boat in the port of Algiers with 2 barges filled with bitumen cans ready to be loaded, 1903

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Algeria, Algiers: commercial boat in the port of Algiers with 2 barges filled with bitumen cans ready to be loaded, 1903

LUX4780537 Algeria, Algiers: commercial boat in the port of Algiers with 2 barges filled with bitumen cans ready to be loaded, 1903; (add.info.: Algeria, Algiers: commercial boat in the port of Algiers with 2 barges filled with bitumen cans ready to be loaded, 1903); Photo © Lux-in-Fine

Media ID 38423314

© Photo © Lux-in-Fine / Bridgeman Images

Algeria Algeria Algerian Algerian Algerians Algerie Algiers Maghrebin Maghrebine Maritime Trade Merchant Marine

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a bustling scene in the port of Algiers, Algeria in 1903. A commercial boat is docked, surrounded by two barges filled with bitumen cans ready to be loaded onto the vessel. The image provides a glimpse into the maritime trade and transportation industry of the early 20th century. The harbor is alive with activity as workers bustle about, preparing for the loading process. The French influence on Algeria during this time period is evident in the architecture and infrastructure visible in the background. This snapshot offers a window into a pivotal moment in history when colonialism was shaping global commerce. The composition of the photograph beautifully captures the essence of daily life at that time - from the traditional Arab culture to European influences present in North Africa. The juxtaposition of different elements such as boats, transport vehicles, and merchant marine activities creates a dynamic visual narrative. Overall, this print not only serves as a historical document but also evokes a sense of nostalgia for an era long gone. It reminds us of how interconnected our world has always been through trade and commerce across continents.

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