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A water carrier from Monkoullo, a Samharian woman (Ethiopia)
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A water carrier from Monkoullo, a Samharian woman (Ethiopia)
LSE4326221 A water carrier from Monkoullo, a Samharian woman (Ethiopia), wearing a leather upper hanging from a long palm fibre rope, which she empties in a large tank of clay to water the beast. Engravure pour illustrrer le voyage en Abyssinie, en 1862 by Guillaume Lejean, in " Le tour du monde, nouveau journal des voyages" published under the direction of Edouard Charton, 1867, Paris. Selva Collection. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A water carrier from Monkoullo, a Samharian woman (Ethiopia), wearing a leather upper hanging from a long palm fibre rope, which she empties in a large tank of clay to water the beast. Engravure pour illustrrer le voyage en Abyssinie, en 1862 by Guillaume Lejean, in " Le tour du monde, nouveau journal des voyages" published under the direction of Edouard Charton, 1867, Paris. Selva Collection.); Photo eLeonard de Selva; out of copyright
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In this print, we are transported back in time to 19th century Ethiopia. The image showcases a water carrier from Monkoullo, a Samharian woman, as she goes about her daily task of watering the beast. Her attire consists of a leather upper hanging from a long palm fibre rope, which she skillfully empties into a large tank made of clay. The engraving was created by Guillaume Lejean in 1862 for the publication "Le tour du monde, nouveau journal des voyages" under the direction of Edouard Charton. It offers us a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage and traditional practices of Ethiopian society during that era. The portrait captures the strength and resilience of this African woman who takes on the responsibility of providing water for her community's livestock. Her determined expression reflects her dedication to this important role. This historical piece is part of the Selva Collection and serves as an invaluable record documenting life in Ethiopia at that time. Through its intricate details and artistic execution, it allows us to appreciate both the beauty and challenges faced by individuals like this water carrier. Leonard de Selva's photograph beautifully preserves this engraving for future generations to admire. As we gaze upon it today, we are reminded of our shared humanity across cultures and continents throughout history.
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