DHOW-ACRYLIC PAINTING-90CM*60CM FRAME SIZE

DHOW- ACRYLIC PAINTING-90CM*60CM FRAME SIZE

A dhow is a traditional sailing vessel with one or more masts and typically features distinctive lateen sails (triangular-shaped sails attached to a long, sloping spar). These boats are common in the Red Sea and Indian Ocean regions, including the coasts of East Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.

Dhow History and Purpose

Dhows have a rich history, with references dating back as far as 600 BC. Their exact origins are debated, with some historians suggesting they were invented by Arabs or Indians. Regardless of their precise birthplace, dhows played a crucial role in maritime trade for centuries, acting as the “camels of the maritime Silk Road.” They transported a wide variety of goods