1888 Wood Engraving Cairo Egypt Woman Public Costume Niqab Muslim Upper Class - Original Wood Engraving

1888 Wood Engraving Cairo Egypt Woman Public Costume Niqab Muslim Upper Class - Original Wood Engraving Review

1888 Wood Engraving Cairo Egypt Woman Public Costume Niqab Muslim Upper Class - Original Wood Engraving Feature

• Product Type: Original Wood Engraving; Black / White
• Grade: Very Fine +++
• Dimensions: Approximately 4 x 5.5 inches; 10 x 14 cm
• Authentication: Dual Serial-Numbered Certificates of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Packaged in custom sleeve w/ archival black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

This is an original 1888 black and white wood engraving of a lady of Cairo as she would be seen in public. Egypt is predominately Muslim and many women have adopted a form of veiling. Most cover their hair and head but others also cover their face with a Niqab. The meaning behind the covering has changed from the turn of the century to now. It has gone from being used by upper class women to being seen as a threat by some today.