A Zeyat or Oil Seller with Customers in his Shop in Cairo, illustration from The Valley of the Nile, engraved by Mouilleron, pub. by Lemercier, 1848

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"A Zeyat or Oil Seller with Customers in his Shop in Cairo" is a notable 19th-century illustration by French Egyptologist and artist Émile Prisse d'Avennes. The work is an engraving that was executed by Mouilleron and published by Lemercier in 1848 as part of the larger work "The Valley of the Nile." Prisse d'Avennes, known for his comprehensive studies and illustrations of Egyptian art and architecture, captured the daily life and commercial practices of Egypt with a focus on authenticity and ethnographic detail.

The illustration depicts an oil seller, known as a zeyat, in his shop, surrounded by customers engaged in the purchase of oil, a staple commodity in Egyptian society. The scene is rich with cultural and historical context, offering insight into the social and economic interactions of the time. The shop is detailed with an array of containers and vessels, likely used for storing and dispensing oil, while the characters are portrayed in traditional attire, highlighting the artist's attention to the nuances of Egyptian dress and customs.

As part of "The Valley of the Nile," this illustration contributes to a broader understanding of Egyptian life in the mid-19th century, a period when Western interest in Egyptology was burgeoning. Prisse d'Avennes' work is significant for its contribution to the visual documentation of Egypt's cultural heritage, and "A Zeyat or Oil Seller with Customers in his Shop in Cairo" stands as a fine example of his dedication to capturing the essence of Egyptian society during his time. The illustration not only serves as a historical record but also reflects the Orientalist art movement's fascination with the exotic and everyday scenes of the East, which influenced European art and thought during the 19th century.

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