Kabyle Women and babies - Algeria
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Kabyle Women and babies - Algeria
Kabyle Women and babies - Algeria. The Kabyle are Berbers from North Eastern Algeria - estimated population today of 5 million individuals. Date: circa 1910s
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Algerian Babies Bare Bare Foot Berber Berbers Feet Kabyle Poor Poverty Rags Shawl Suckling Tatters
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a moment in the lives of Kabyle women and their babies in Algeria during the 1910s. The Kabyle are an indigenous Berber people from the north eastern region of Algeria, with an estimated population of over 5 million individuals today. The image portrays a scene of poverty and hardship, with the women and children dressed in tattered clothing and barefoot. The women are shown sitting on a dirt street, cradling their babies close to them, providing sustenance through breastfeeding. Their shawls, worn as protection from the elements, are the only source of warmth and comfort in their impoverished surroundings. Despite the challenging conditions, the women radiate a sense of resilience and strength, as they care for their young ones with unwavering devotion. The image offers a poignant glimpse into the daily lives of these African women, who were part of the larger Berber tribe, and the struggles they faced during this period in history. The Kabyle people have a rich cultural heritage, with their own distinct language, traditions, and customs. However, their history has been marked by periods of colonization and political instability, which have contributed to their ongoing struggle for recognition and self-determination. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring spirit and fortitude of the Kabyle women and their community, and the importance of preserving their unique cultural identity.
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