Chechia Collection

A Tunisian man wearing a djelleba and a chechia hat
A Tunisian man wearing a traditional djelleba and a chechia hat, walks past a clothes shop in Houmt Souk, Djerba, Tunisia. Date: 1987

Two men talk in the street in Houmt Souk, Djerba, Tunisia
Two men wearing business suits and traditional chechia hats, talk in the street in Houmt Souk, Djerba, Tunisia. Date: 1987

Two men by food stall in the market at Houmt Souk, Djerba
Two men sit beside a small food stall in the market at Houmt Souk, Djerba, Tunisia. The stallholder can be seen through the glass of the stall. All the men wear traditional Tunisian clothes

Two old men with djellebas and chechia hats
Two old men in traditional dress, with djellebas and chechia hats, sit and watch the world go by in the market at Houmt Souk, Djerba, Tunisia. Date: 1987

Tunisian man sits in shade
A Tunisian man in traditional dress and chechia hat, sits in the shade and sells small souvenirs for tourists. Djerba, Tunisia Date: 1987

Bust of the Egyptologist Auguste Mariette dit Mariette Pacha (1821 - 1881) marble 19th century
5942772 Bust of the Egyptologist Auguste Mariette dit Mariette Pacha (1821 - 1881) marble 19th century by Villemur, Joseph Gabriel Sentis de (1855-1937); Louvre, Paris

Bust of the Egyptologist Auguste Mariette Said Mariette Pasha (1821 - 1881), 19th century (marble)
5942771 Bust of the Egyptologist Auguste Mariette Said Mariette Pasha (1821 - 1881), 19th century (marble) by Villemur, Joseph Gabriel Sentis de (1855-1937); Louvre, Paris

Two men sit beside stall in the market at Houmt Souk, Djerba
Two men sit beside a stall in the market at Houmt Souk, Djerba, Tunisia. One man holds out his hands for money and the other checks a note before passing him coins both wear traditional Tunisian

Taffic warden, Tunisia
Wrinkled face of traffic warden, Sidi Bou Said, Tunisia. He wears a chechia hat and has a large metal badge pinned to his jacket Date: 1987

Jewish man, El Ghriba synagogue - 2
Jewish man in the El Ghriba Synagogue, also known as Djerba Synagogue. It is on the Tunisian island of Djerba in the Jewish village of Hara Seghira, southwest of Houmt Souk Date: circa 1987

Jewish man, El Ghriba synagogue - 3
Jewish man in the El Ghriba Synagogue, also known as Djerba Synagogue. It is on the Tunisian island of Djerba in the Jewish village of Hara Seghira

Jewish man, El Ghriba synagogue - 1
Jewish man with long white beard in the El Ghriba synagogue Date: circa 1987

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In the vibrant streets of Houmt Souk, Djerba, Tunisia, a Tunisian man wearing a traditional djelleba catches your eye. His outfit is complete with a chechia hat, proudly representing his cultural heritage. As he engages in conversation with another man on the bustling street corner, their animated gestures and lively expressions reveal the warmth and friendliness of Tunisian locals. Amidst the lively market atmosphere at Houmt Souk, two men find respite by a food stall. Their djellebas flow gracefully as they exchange stories and laughter over delicious local delicacies. The aroma of spices fills the air as these old friends enjoy each other's company under the scorching sun. A magnificent marble bust stands tall in tribute to Auguste Mariette dit Mariette Pacha - an esteemed Egyptologist from the 19th century. This remarkable sculpture serves as a reminder of Tunisia's rich historical connections to Egypt and its profound influence on art and culture. Further into Houmt Souk's vibrant marketplace, two men sit beside a colorful stall adorned with tantalizing goods. They engage in friendly banter while observing passersby who are captivated by an array of exotic treasures displayed before them. Even amidst traffic chaos, a dedicated traffic warden ensures order prevails on Tunisia's busy streets. With his chechia hat perched firmly atop his head, he expertly directs vehicles through the hustle and bustle while maintaining calm composure. Seeking solace from the scorching sun rays, a Tunisian man finds refuge in shaded serenity. He sits peacefully contemplating life's intricacies while embracing moments of tranquility that can be found even within bustling cities like Djerba. Within El Ghriba synagogue resides members of Tunisia's Jewish community - proud bearers of their own unique traditions and customs passed down through generations. A Jewish man dressed impeccably dons his cherished chechia hat alongside his traditional attire, embodying the resilience and cultural diversity of Tunisia.