Ibrahim Bey (El-Greitli) with two women
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Ibrahim Bey (El-Greitli) with two women
Ibrahim Bey, chief of Haraktas and Bey of Constantine with a female water carrier and child and also an Egyptian woman of rank. Date: 1804
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1804 Carrier Chief Constantine Ibrahim Rank
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In this evocative image from 1804, Ibrahim Bey, also known as El-Greitli, is depicted in the company of two women. Ibrahim Bey was a prominent figure in Ottoman Algeria, serving as the chief of Haraktas and the Bey of Constantine. He was known for his military prowess and political acumen, playing a key role in the defense of the region against European encroachment. The first woman in the photograph is a local water carrier, her face expressive and strong, as she carries a large earthenware jug on her head. Her presence underscores the importance of water in the arid landscape of Algeria, and the vital role that women played in securing this essential resource for their communities. The second woman is an Egyptian woman of rank, dressed in the flowing robes and headdress typical of the period. She is believed to be a member of the Egyptian delegation that visited Ibrahim Bey in Constantine during this time. The diplomatic relationship between Algeria and Egypt was an important one, and this meeting may have been related to strategic alliances or trade negotiations. The photograph captures a moment of interaction between these three individuals, each representing different aspects of the complex and diverse world of the Ottoman Empire in the early 19th century. The image offers a glimpse into the daily life of the region, as well as the political and diplomatic relationships that shaped its history.
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