23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
The Potter’s Family
In the village of Geris, Menoufia, a family continues the ancient Egyptian craft of pottery-making using traditional methods passed down through generations. While the adults shape the clay, a young boy plays nearby — a quiet contrast between innocence and labor, heritage and play.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 08.2022 |
| Date Uploaded: | 10.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Geris, Egypt |
| Copyright: | © Mohammed Gharib |