'The water-gate of Old Bagdad with guffas in the foreground.' Photographer: Wilfrid Malleson
Date:
1906/1906
Description:
Abstract: Genre/Subject MatterView of the water gate in Baghdad from across the water. At least five gufas – round boats, made from palm and straw, which are used to carry passengers and cargo – are pulled up on the shoreline in the middle-ground.A crowd of people and some lone figures stand along the shoreline and in the boats. In the background high brick walls and other structures extend from left to right.InscriptionsInk, below image: 'The water-gate of Old Bagdad with guffas in the foreground.'Physical description: Dimensions:110 x 149 mmCondition:The print is in good condition with minor surface dirt throughout.Foliation:‘42’