People of the Sahara
Silent Pain
Lingering in the shadows of a vast, traditional Mauritanian tent, this man embodies a silent suffering that pervades the most remote desert communities. With no access to healthcare, many elders endure chronic pain in silence, their ailments often left untreated. I remember this man telling us about the persistent shoulder pain he had endured for weeks, unsure of its cause. In these far-flung villages, the hope is that we, as outsiders, might offer some relief or insight. This moment powerfully captures that quiet, enduring pain.
- LOCATIONMauritania
- COORDINATESN 22.239044° W 11.522429°
- SHOT DATEApril 6, 2022
- SHOT TYPEFull Body
- SUBJECTS1
- GENDERM
- EDITION N°49
- TYPEC
- SIZE6960×4640