Ramadan drummer on a square SIBA – A Visual Approach to Explore Everyday Life in Turkish and Yugoslav Cities, 1920s and 1930s Joël László editor Cengiz Kahraman editor Nataša Mišković editor Middle Eastern Studies, University of Basel Centre for Information Modelling in the Humanities, University Graz o:siba.1128 Cengiz Kahraman, Istanbul Private collection BAYRAM - RAMAZAN DAVULCUSU - D 09J22 Cengiz Kahraman Music Arts Musical Instruments Arts Social Relationships and Groups Interpersonal Relations Poverty Social Problems Rest Days and Holidays Recreation Photograph 1925-1940 unknown unknown A Ramadan drummer in breeches, wearing a patterned sweater under his jacket and a flat cap, is playing a large davul on a cobbled square. He is followed by a crowd of children of various ages. Some are watching him, while others are looking in the photographer’s direction. Passers-by watch the scene from the background. Photographs of Ramadan musicians were often printed on the first day of Ramadan celebrations. Ramadan drummers traditionally walk the streets to wake up the inhabitants in time for sahur, the last meal before sunrise and a day of fasting. Not specified Not specified Turkey Turkey Istanbul
Music Arts Musical Instruments Arts Social Relationships and Groups Interpersonal Relations Poverty Social Problems Rest Days and Holidays Recreation