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Algeria - Sheiks and Goums - open-air festival
Sheiks (local leaders) and Goums (mounted contingents of Arab or Berber horsemen) at a large open air festival.
1912
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Media ID 20259651
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Algeria Algerian Arab Berber Celebration Ceremony Fantasia Festival Grande Horsemen Leaders Mounted Sheik Contingents Sheiks
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Step into the vibrant world of Algeria with our captivating selection of greeting cards from the Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection. This exquisite design showcases a stunning open-air festival, where Sheiks and Goums, the local leaders and mounted contingents of Arab or Berber horsemen, come together in a celebration of culture and tradition. Transport your recipient to a time of beauty and history with this authentic and evocative image from 1912. Perfect for any occasion, our greeting cards are a thoughtful and unique way to express your sentiments while sharing a piece of the past.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.5cm x 16.1cm (4.9" x 6.3")
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures a moment of cultural tradition and unity during a grand open-air festival in Algeria, circa 1912. The scene is set against a backdrop of the North African landscape, with the sun casting long shadows over the undulating terrain. At the heart of the gathering are the Sheiks, local leaders and spiritual guides, dressed in flowing robes and headdresses, their faces adorned with intricate patterns of henna. Surrounding them are the Goums, mounted contingents of Arab and Berber horsemen, their faces resolute and proud as they prepare for the upcoming ceremony or celebration. The Goums, an essential part of Algerian society, were renowned for their horsemanship and military prowess. They served as auxiliaries to the French colonial forces, but also played a significant role in maintaining social order and upholding traditional values within their communities. This photograph offers a glimpse into a bygone era, a time when the rhythms of daily life were shaped by the ebb and flow of the seasons and the traditions of the past. The Sheiks and Goums, with their proud bearing and deep connection to the land, embody the resilience and strength of the Algerian people, a testament to their rich cultural heritage.
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