EGYPTIAN BARBER SHAVING MAN'S HEAD IN CAIRO
CARTE DE VISITE (CDV)
$135. USD
The barber looks focused as he shaves his customer's head. They are on a carpet on the ground, along with a bowl, tools of the trade, and shoes. An assistant, or perhaps another customer, sits in a chair and holds a mirror.
PHOTOGRAPHER. On front of mount; "DESIRE a CIE PHOT." Backmark: "ROYER & AUFIERE PHOTOGRAPHES de S.A.I. le Prince Napoleon. DESIRE a CIE SUCCESSEURS AU CAIRE. (Egypte)." The photographic partners, Louis Royer and Clovis Aufiere, taught Erme Desire, who succeeded them in business and location.
SIZE. Approximately 4 1/16 x 2 7/16 inches.
CONDITION. Photo: Soiling. When tilted, scuffing is apparent. Mount: Light wear at corners. Some wear along top edge. Soiling and a bit of foxing.
APPEARANCE. Very good tones. Great posing and composition.