Moroccan water carrier with containers and bell
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Moroccan water carrier with containers and bell
Moroccan water carrier in a street with containers and bell. Date: circa 1930
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Bearer Bell Carrier Containers Dish Dishes Gourd Moroccan Morocco Pour Pouring Supply
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the image of a Moroccan water carrier, skillfully navigating the bustling streets of a North African city during the 1930s. Dressed in traditional attire, the man balances an impressive array of containers on his head, expertly securing them with a cloth. The largest container, a gourd, rests atop a series of metal dishes balanced on a large bag. In one hand, he holds a smaller metal dish, ready to pour water for thirsty passersby. The other hand is raised, holding the handle of a large, brass bell. The bell, an essential tool for water carriers in Morocco, is used to announce their presence and invite customers to purchase water. The sound of the bell would carry through the narrow streets, alerting those in need of a refreshing drink or a supply of water for their homes. The water carrier's determined expression and focused posture convey the importance of his role in providing a vital service to the community. The photograph offers a glimpse into the daily life of Moroccan people during the 1930s, a time of change and modernization in the region. The traditional practice of water carriage, which dates back to ancient times, continued to thrive alongside new technologies and urbanization. This image serves as a reminder of the resilience and adaptability of Moroccan culture and the essential role that water carriers played in providing for their communities.
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