'Entrance to the Ashar Creek Basra.' Photographer: Wilfrid Malleson
Date:
1906/1906
Description:
Abstract: Genre/Subject Matter:View of the entrance to the Ashar Creek at Basra. In the foreground, at the left of the image a small vessel holds three figures. In the background at least five small and medium-sized boats are moored. A minaret is visible in the background at left, while along the shoreline a large group of people are visible; structures and walls are also visible immediately beyond the shore.Inscriptions:Ink, below image: 'Entrance to the Ashar Creek Basra.'Physical description: Dimensions:146 x 174 mmCondition:The print is in good condition throughout with minor toning/fading at all edgesFoliation:‘26’