#Pithom

2025-11-28

Mashuta (Pithom), Egypt between 1950 and 1977. 1 slide : color ; 2 x 2 in.

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The image depicts a picturesque rural landscape, likely taken in Egypt between 1950 and 1977. The scene features lush greenery with palm trees prominently displayed against the backdrop of a clear sky scattered with soft white clouds. In the foreground, there's a serene body of water reflecting shades of blue, bordered by dense vegetation on one side.

To the right, tall reeds or grasses emerge from the ground near what appears to be an earthen embankment along the edge of the riverbank. Two cylindrical objects made of woven material sit in front of this bank, adding a touch of human presence and possibly serving as markers for boundaries or protection against erosion.

In the middle distance, beyond the water, fields can be seen stretching into the horizon with small clusters of trees dotting the landscape. The overall impression is one of tranquility and natural beauty, characteristic of rural Egyptian countryside during that era.

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