Milk women and Arabs crossing the Tigris; Journeyings in Mesopotamia, 1875. Creator: Unknown

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Milk women and Arabs crossing the Tigris; Journeyings in Mesopotamia, 1875. Creator: Unknown

Milk women and Arabs crossing the Tigris; Journeyings in Mesopotamia, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

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1870s Arab Arabs Bates Henry Walter Bates Hw Cassell Petter Galpin Charles Rathbone Low Chas Rathbone Low Crossing Henry Walter Bates Hw Bates Illustrated Travels Low Charles Rathbone Mesopotamia Petter And Galpin River Tigris Tigris Tigris River Western Asia Cassell

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This evocative photograph, titled "Milk Women and Arabs Crossing the Tigris: A Scene from Journeyings in Mesopotamia," is an intriguing glimpse into the past, captured in the late 19th century. The image, from the book "Illustrated Travels" by Henry Walter Bates, published by Cassell, Petter, and Galpin in London, offers a fascinating depiction of daily life along the banks of the Tigris River in Mesopotamia. The photograph captures a group of Arab men and women, dressed in traditional clothing, as they make their way across the river. The women, carrying large earthenware jars on their heads, are identified as "milk women," suggesting that they are transporting dairy products from one side of the river to the other. The men, wearing flowing robes and headdresses, assist them in their crossing, providing a sense of community and cooperation. The Tigris River, a major geographical feature that flows through Western Asia, has played a significant role in the history and culture of the region. The image offers a glimpse into the lives of the people who lived and worked along its banks during the 1870s. The photograph's composition, with the river serving as a natural border, highlights the interconnectedness of the communities on either side. The photograph is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Mesopotamia and the importance of the Tigris River in shaping the lives of its people. The image, though devoid of color, is full of life and emotion, transporting us back in time to a place and moment long gone. The photograph is a reminder of the power of visual storytelling and the enduring allure of travel literature.

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