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Women and children of Mosul, by Richard Carline
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Women and children of Mosul, by Richard Carline
Women and children of Mosul, washing on the banks of the Tigris River, watercolour by Richard Carline, aerial artist, just after the First World War.
1919
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Banks Carline Frame Iraq Mesopotamia Mosul Postwar Tigris Washing 1919
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This evocative watercolour painting, titled "Women and Children of Mosul," was created by British aerial artist Richard Carline in 1919, following the end of the First World War. The scene unfolds on the banks of the Tigris River in the ancient city of Mosul, located in present-day Iraq and part of the Middle East. The painting captures a moment of daily life in the post-war era, as women and children gather by the river to wash their clothes and vessels. The women, dressed in traditional Middle Eastern garments, squat by the water's edge, scrubbing their clothes vigorously against the rocks. Children play nearby, some wading in the shallow water, while others watch their mothers from the safety of the riverbank. The Tigris River, a vital source of water and life in the arid region, flows gently through the scene, reflecting the vibrant colors of the women's clothing and the wooden frames of their washing equipment. The aerial perspective offers a unique and bird's-eye view of this intimate moment, revealing the intricacies of the scene and the interconnectedness of the community. Richard Carline, a renowned aerial artist, captured this poignant image during the 1910s, a time of great change and upheaval in the Middle East following the end of the First World War. The painting serves as a testament to the resilience and strength of the people of Mosul, who continued their daily lives amidst the turmoil of the post-war world.
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