Istanbul, Turkey - Open Air market, Porters carrying load

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Istanbul, Turkey - Open Air market, Porters carrying load

Istanbul, Turkey - Open Air market and Porters carrying a load using poles. Date: 1898

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Media ID 11581401

© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection

Carries Carry Constantinople Fruchtermann Istanbul Load Poles Porters Ottoman

EDITORS COMMENTS
This image transports us back in time to the bustling streets of Istanbul, Turkey, in the late 19th century. The open-air market, teeming with activity, serves as the backdrop for this historical scene. Vendors display an array of colorful goods, enticing passersby with their wares. The aroma of fresh spices and the sounds of lively negotiations fill the air. In the foreground, porters skillfully maneuver their heavy loads using long wooden poles, expertly balancing their burdens as they navigate the uneven terrain of the cobblestone street. Their determined expressions and the sweat glistening on their brows speak to the physical labor required in this thriving commercial hub. Istanbul, then known as Constantinople, was the largest city in the Ottoman Empire and a significant center of trade during this period. The city's strategic location at the crossroads of Europe and Asia made it a melting pot of diverse cultures and traditions. This postcard, captured in 1898 by Max Fruchtermann for the renowned German publishing company, Mary Evans, offers a unique glimpse into the rich history and vibrant life of this remarkable city.

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