The Amshaji in his distinctive attire and cane in 1860
Egypt
Oh, what a time! Memories from the fragrance of history indeed! The Amshaji was a unique figure who commanded a special aura in the streets. His presence preceded the royal procession or the pashas' carriages, as if you were watching an official procession, but with a popular flavor!
"Walk away, you and him... Walk away and pray for the Prophet."
That's not just a sentence; it was street music back then! The Amshaji always wore distinctive attire and carried a cane with acrobatic movements, all to clear the way for horse-drawn carriages.
The photo is from 1860? We're actually watching a snapshot from the nineteenth century.
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- Year Taken 1860
- Country Egypt
- Photo #42
- Published on May 24, 2025
- Photo type PNG
- Resolution 1741x2708
- Photographer Otto Schoefft
- Category Professions & Cust...
- Subcategory Al-Amshji
- File size 2.5MB