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Tunisia - Tunis - Street Snake Charmer with a pair of cobras
Tunisia - Tunis - Street Snake Charmer with a pair of cobras - note the French colonial men and women watching on (from a safe distance). Date: circa 1907
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Apr18 Charmer Charming Cobras Distance Entertainer Exotic Note Pair Safe Snake Tunis Tunisia Tunisian Unusual Watches Watching
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This photograph, taken circa 1907, transports us back in time to the bustling streets of Tunis, Tunisia during the French colonial era. At the heart of the scene, a Tunisian snake charmer skillfully enthralls a pair of cobras, their hoods raised in response to his mesmerizing melodies. The unusual and exotic display draws the attention of several French colonial men and women, who watch on from a safe distance, their fascination evident in their intent gazes. Dressed in elegant European attire, they seem worlds away from the North African heat and the raw energy of the street performance. The charmer's artful mastery over the cobras, combined with the intrigue of the onlookers, creates a compelling tableau that beautifully encapsulates the unique blend of cultures and experiences that characterized Tunisia during this time. This photograph, with its rich history and timeless allure, invites us to explore the stories that lie beneath the surface and to appreciate the captivating allure of the past.
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