Photograph: Family (?).

Kurdistan Jews

Persia, city Urmia

1905

Gelatin silver printing with chemical development (DOP)

14,2 x 11,2

РЭМ 648-4

The man was responsible for all activities outside the household domain, religious ceremonies, and activity in the community. The wife recognized the husband’s superiority, accepted his position as head of the family, and obeyed him. During festivals and parties, there was no segregation between men and women; they spent time together, amused themselves and danced.