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Hardware Shop, Baghdad, Iraq
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Hardware Shop, Baghdad, Iraq
Hardware Shop, Baghdad, Iraq. Date: circa 1920s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Artisan Baghdad Brass Copper Dealer Dishes Hardware Hookah Iraq Iraqi Iron Metalwork Metalworker Pans Pipe Plates Pots Souk Stall Trader Wares
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In this evocative photograph, taken circa 1920s, we are transported back in time to the bustling Hardware Shop in the heart of Baghdad, Iraq. The scene unfolds in the vibrant and colorful atmosphere of a traditional Middle Eastern market, or souk, where the aroma of spices and the sounds of lively bartering fill the air. At the center of the image, a skilled metalworker deftly hammers away at a piece of brass, transforming it into intricately designed household items. His concentration is unbroken as he shapes pots, pans, and plates, each one a testament to his artisanal skill. The shop's walls are lined with an array of metalware, from gleaming copper pots to brass hooks and iron pipes. To one side, a customer puffs on a hookah pipe, his eyes closed in contentment as he takes a deep draw. Nearby, a trader engages with another customer, their voices rising and falling in the lively exchange of prices and merchandise. The shop's wares extend beyond the confines of the stall, spilling out onto the cobblestone street, where more vendors display their own offerings. The Hardware Shop in Baghdad is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Iraq and the enduring craftsmanship of its people. The intricate metalwork, the warm hospitality, and the lively market scene all come together to create a snapshot of a bygone era, one that continues to captivate and inspire us today.
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