Scene in the Libyan or Western Desert, Egypt
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Scene in the Libyan or Western Desert, Egypt
Scene in the Libyan or Western Desert, Egypt, with arabs, camels, and undulating sand dunes. Date: 1936
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© Mary Evans / Pharcide
Arab Arabs Camel Camels Climate Desert Dunes Expanse Libyan Sand Vast 1936 Undulating
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the essence of the Libyan or Western Desert of Egypt during the 1930s, a time when the vast, undulating sand dunes were a stark contrast to the modernizing world beyond its borders. The scene is set in the middle of the arid expanse, with a group of Arab men and their camels traversing the hot and dry terrain. The camels, with their humps laden with supplies, are the only signs of life in this seemingly endless sea of sand. The sun beats down mercilessly, casting long shadows across the dunes, and the air is thick with the stillness of the desert. The men, dressed in traditional robes and headdresses, appear small and insignificant against the backdrop of the vast desert. This photograph, taken in 1936, offers a glimpse into the harsh and unforgiving beauty of the Libyan or Western Desert, a place where survival required a deep connection to the land and its inhabitants. The undulating sand dunes, the hot and dry climate, and the resilient Arab people and their camels continue to captivate and inspire, making this image a timeless reminder of the power and mystery of the desert.
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