Portrait of an Egyptian Man
I happened to be in this street shopping in the markets when sunset occurred. Before I knew it a makeshift tablecloth 10-15 metres long was laid in the street and food came from nowhere. The feast was for all the workers in the markets and occured nightly at sunset, breaking the daily fast in Ramadam.
Myself and travel companion were invited to join in the feast…...and also invited to capture this portrait…..on the condition he got a copy….perhaps he’ll see this on RB!!
He may not be the most attractive man…but had saw him as such an interesting person…..and so friendly.
By the way…the feast was so delicious and the bright smiles of relief and delight with food at last in thier starving bellies!!
Portrait of an Egyptian Man belongs to the following groups:
Art of the Middle East Available for sale asGreeting Cards, Matted Prints, Laminated Prints, Mounted Prints, Canvas Prints, Framed Prints and Posters
~ Ademac
Great candid capture…................well done.
Carmelh replied
Not the most attractive man I’ve met, but so much character in his face…had to sit near his when eating as was invited to join in the feast…..luckily wasnt on my own…
~ Ademac
Fantastic experience Carmel….....................what was on the menu?
Carmelh replied
Almost everything you could imagine….after fasting for daylight hours….these eqyptians were starving…
Eyal Nahmias
Great candid and portrait. I think the lesson from such an image is that it does not matter as much what is the person exterior looks that counts, but the warm heart, hospitality, and sharing offered. Thanks for adding this image to the Art of the Middle East group
Carmelh replied
Thats what I thought when took the shot…...thanks for commenting Eyal :)